The U.S. Treasury Department’s latest 1-year bill auction reported a stop-out yield of 3.86%, an increase from the previous yield of 3.75%. The bid-to-cover ratio came in at 3.14, indicating slightly softer demand compared to the prior ratio of 3.34. Despite softer demand, the auction demonstrated a cleaner tail with awards at high yield at 17.61%, down significantly from 70.95% previously. Meanwhile, geopolitical tensions continue to escalate as the U.S. military confirmed Iran’s attacks on commercial ships near the Strait of Hormuz, further complicating the global economic landscape.
In the prediction markets, the probability of Iran successfully targeting shipping on July 7, 2026, has skyrocketed to 98.9% as of the latest data. This sharp increase, from just 3% a day earlier, reflects the heightened tensions following the U.S. announcement of Iran’s drone attacks and other aggressive actions. Current market activity suggests that participants view the recent developments as indicative of a significant escalation in the region.
Key Takeaways
The U.S. 1-year Treasury auction suggests softer demand but with a higher stop-out yield of 3.86%.
Market pricing indicates a sharply increased likelihood of Iran successfully targeting shipping on July 7, 2026, now at 98.9% YES.
