Takeaway Tuesday: Bond Yields Are Falling—So Why Aren’t Utilities and REITs Ripping?

The 10-year yield has fallen nearly 20bps over the past two weeks. Historically, that’s been a tailwind for rate-sensitive sectors like utilities and REITs.

But this time? Nothing. No bounce. No rotation. No follow-through.

Here’s what smart money sees:

1) Distrust in the rate narrative. Falling yields don’t mean a dovish pivot is locked in. Sticky services inflation and strong labor data are keeping institutions cautious.

2) Balance sheet quality matters again. Defensive sectors aren’t getting a free pass. Investors are punishing high-leverage names, even in “safe” categories like REITs.

3) Defensive ≠ bulletproof. The next leg of market stress could hit precisely where investors used to hide. There’s no rush into defensives—because the risk isn’t just economic. It’s structural.

👉 If this week’s JOLTS or ISM data push yields lower again—and REITs still can’t catch a bid—that’s a sign the market’s playing a deeper game.

Stay informed, stay disciplined, and invest wisely.
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