Posted To: MBS CommentaryBonds Playing it Extra Safe Ahead of Biden’s Stimulus Details As we discussed yesterday, the strong mid-week rally suggested a good amount of short covering was behind the move. This merely means traders who bet on rising rates were finally cashing in. It doesn’t mean there are lots of new buyers interested in owning Treasuries. Today’s weakness supports this narrative. Traders are indeed hesitant to buy bonds until they have more clarity about the stimulus plan that the new administration will attempt to pass. Biden is expected to offer additional details tonight after markets are closed, but the real question is whether or not the plan can get moderate democratic votes in the senate. That may be the talk of the town tomorrow. Econ Data / Events 20min of Fed 30yr UMBS Buying 10am…(read more)Forward this article via email:  Send a copy of this story to someone you know that may want to read it.