Canadian Dollar Declines as Government Bond Yields Rise

April 28, 2025 09:44 AM EDT | By Team Kalkine Media
 Canadian Dollar Declines as Government Bond Yields Rise
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Highlights

  • The Canadian dollar weakened against the U.S. dollar, reaching a lower exchange rate.

  • The yield on Canadian government 10-year bonds increased.

  • U.S. government bond yields also climbed, surpassing the Canadian yield.

The Canadian dollar saw a decline against the U.S. dollar during Monday's trading, marking a modest decrease. This movement saw the loonie trade at a lower exchange rate after fluctuations throughout the day. As the currency weakened, it traded within a limited range, experiencing slight shifts in value against its U.S. counterpart.

Bond Yields Climb

At the same time, yields on Canadian government 10-year bonds saw a notable increase. This uptick in yields comes amid broader market conditions that have also influenced government debt instruments globally. Yields on Canadian bonds rose, reflecting shifts in the debt market and broader economic conditions.

Comparison with U.S. Debt Market

Similar trends were observed in the U.S. bond market, where yields on U.S. government benchmark bonds also rose. These movements in both Canadian and U.S. bond yields come amid changes in broader market dynamics, with bond markets reacting to various economic signals and investor sentiment.


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