TRA Macro Tracking Index
Current Outlook
Credit markets are starting to take the conflict in Iran seriously, with a recognition that inflation is even more likely to hurt Americans than before the attacks on Iran began. Inflation has been a stubborn force since the pandemic, and with the prospect of higher oil prices and an at the moment increased likelihood of a prolonged conflict, increased borrowing and production are going to increase bond yields and inflation and reduce the chances for rate cuts.
Stay tuned, as we unpack more of the conflict and corresponding market data.
| Variable + Date | Value | Direction |
|---|---|---|
| Macro Indicators as of March 3, 2026 | ||
| 10 Year Yields1 | 4.10 | ↑ Up |
| U.S. Dollar Index2 | 99.196 | ↑ Up |
| Consumer Confidence as of February 24, 2026 | ||
| MSCI3 | 56.6 | ↓ Down |
| Conference Board4 | 91.2 | ↑ Up |
| GDP as of March 2, 2026 | ||
| GDPNow5 | 3.0 | ↓ Down |
| Unemployment as of February 11, 2026 | ||
| Unemployment6 | 4.3% | ↓ Down |
| Inflation as of February 20, 2026 | ||
| Core PCE7 | 2.90% | ↑ Up |
| Containerized Freight Index as of February 2, 2026 | ||
| TSI8 | 138.5 | ↑ Up |