Jun 17, 2026 – 8.00pmA muted reaction to peace in the Middle East and a pause on interest rate rises has failed to dent the attractiveness of Australian government bonds, even as tightening monetary policy overseas pushes up yields elsewhere.US President Donald Trump’s proclamation of peace had traders in equity markets rejoicing, with the S&P/ASX 200 up about 1.7 per cent since Friday, while the S&P 500 has added close to 1.1 per cent.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles