Interest rates are rising in the bond market after a fresh batch of economic data shows that the economy continues to slowly regain its strength, the Associated Press reports.
A government report Thursday shows inflation at the consumer level remains tame, while another says weekly jobless claims fell. A third reports the economy is likely to continue to grow, albeit slowly.
The slightly positive news is draining some cash out of Treasurys.
The yield on the 10-year Treasury note maturing in February 2020 rose to 3.67 percent in trading Thursday from 3.64 percent late Wednesday. Its price fell 9/32 to 99 18/32. The yield of the 10-year note is linked to interest rates on mortgages and other consumer loans.
