Weekend Update 8/22/2026
Weekend Update recaps market highlights and major news from Ursa’s portfolio. Not on Ursa yet? Download Ursa from the App Store!
Markets fall as treasury intervention fails to calm yields…
⚔️ Ongoing tension. Oil prices climbed 6% for the week as uncertainty around the Strait of Hormuz continues. The week saw little progress on a peace deal as Iran struck a cargo ship midweek.
🏦 Bond intervention. The US Treasury attempted to intervene on rising bond yields by doubling their bond buyback program. However, the price impact was short-lived with 10-year treasury yields still up 89 bps for the week.
🛍️ Weakening consumer. Walmart’s outlook highlighted growing concerns with #ConsumerConfidence and spending. The S&P 500 ends the week down -1.4% with economic headwinds mounting.
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