Jamie Dimon Issues Bond Market Warning: US Treasuries Currently Lack Upside Appeal; Fiscal Deficit and Inflation Risks May Trigger the Return of “Bond Vigilantes”

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JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon recently stated in an interview that he would not buy U.S. Treasuries at current levels, believing that the scale of debt and deficits has risen to an alarming level. Historically, similar figures have often been accompanied by severe recessions, depressions, or wars. He expects the problem will eventually erupt, potentially manifesting as higher interest rates, market volatility, and a resurgence of "bond vigilantes."
The total U.S. debt is heading toward a scale of about $40 trillion by the end of the year, increasing by roughly $1 trillion every five to seven months. This fiscal year's federal deficit is expected to exceed $2 trillion. Dimon pointed out that even if inflation stabilizes at around 2%, the reasonable yield for the 10-year Treasury should be near 4.5%, with short-term rates around 3.3%. Current levels are already close to these estimates. Coupled with the reality that inflation has remained above 3% for the past five years, U.S. Treasury valuations may be overestimated.
The market has priced in a Federal Reserve rate hike for September, but there remain disagreements about the subsequent path. If rising oil prices and accelerating inflation readings continue alongside resilient economic performance, this could justify a second rate hike, driving bond yields even higher. Meanwhile, government borrowing plans and expectations for debt to surpass $50 trillion by 2033 will continue to put pressure on the bond market.
Although this month's $39 billion 10-year Treasury auction attracted bids totaling about $101 billion—with foreign capital accounting for 81% and the demand ratio reaching a new high for the year, indicating continued short-term allocation appetite—Dimon cited the experience of the 1970s as a cautionary tale. Inflation then rose from 2% to 13.5%—despite lower deficits and the end of the Vietnam War, two oil crises and union strength contributed to runaway prices. Whether the current situation will repeat itself is worthy of deep reflection.

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Jamie Dimon Issues Bond Market Warning: US Treasuries Currently Lack Upside Appeal; Fiscal Deficit and Inflation Risks May Trigger the Return of “Bond Vigilantes”

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