Treasury yields slide after Memorial Day break as traders weigh Iran peace prospects - CNBC
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Treasury yields are sliding post-Memorial Day as Iran nuclear deal optimism grows and traders price in a potential reopening of the Strait of Hormuz, triggering a catch-up rally in bonds. If peace talks hold, this sets up a dual tailwind: lower energy prices compressing inflation expectations and a flight back into duration as geopolitical risk premium unwinds.
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↔ PAIR+4% target-2% stop2-4 weeks or until Iran deal collapses
Long TLT / short USO pair: Iran peace progress unwinds oil risk premium and supports duration simultaneously — ride both legs into any formal deal announcement.