Treasuries Losing Luster as Hedge Tool, Citi Australia CEO Says
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Treasuries are losing their luster as a portfolio hedge as increasing supply, persistent inflation and rising neutral rates weaken their appeal, according to Citigroup Inc.’s top Australia banker.
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