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10 YEAR T-NOTE
The 10 year U.S. Treasury Note is a Government-debt security
with a coupon and original maturity of 10 years. The 10 year note is the benchmark for determining mortgage interest rates
in the United States. Even though most mortgage notes are written for 30 years most mortgages are either moved or paid off
in 7-10 years. The 10 year note is the most active bond
product on the Chicago Board of Trade (CBOT). It is the most frequently quoted when discussing the performance of the
U.S. government bond market. It is also used to convey the market's take on longer-term macroeconomic expectations. The CBOT 10 yr Note futures contract is an interest rate product that can be
used to hedge against interest rate risk, or to speculate on future interest rate movement. There are numerous investment
strategies using 10 yr Note futures and 10 yr Note options on futures to take advantage of interest rate volatility.
Whether
you are a speculator or a hedger, this
section on the 10 YR T-Note market contains a wealth of valuable information. You can read about the history of
the 10 YR T-Note market, the fundamentals that make it move, and the futures and options specifications. You can
also view quotes, charts, current margin requirements, and news that are affecting the 10 YR T-Note market. However,
if you are new to the currency markets you should consult with a licensed broker before starting to trade.
Getting Started Trading Interest Rate Futures
Click on the link above to download a very informative
.pdf brochure entitled "How To Get Started Trading Interest Rate Products". It was published by the Chicago Mercantile
Exchange. This is a must read guide for any speculator or hedger considering an trade in the interest rate futures or interest
rate options.
Click here to contact a licensed commodities broker with experience in the 10 YR T-Note market.
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