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Credit Markets Aren’t Flashing Recession Fears—But That Could Be the Problem

by Team Lumida
April 17, 2025
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Credit Markets Aren’t Flashing Recession Fears—But That Could Be the Problem
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  • U.S. credit spreads, often a key indicator of liquidity concerns or recession fears, have widened but remain below levels signaling a major economic downturn.
  • High-yield bond spreads hit a two-year high of 460 basis points after Trump’s April 2 tariff announcement but have since eased. Investment-grade spreads peaked at 120 basis points.
  • The U.S. stock market correction and volatility in bond markets reflect uncertainty around Trump’s trade policies, but credit markets are not yet pricing in extreme risks.
  • Analysts warn that the “bite” of tariffs could still show up in economic data, potentially forcing the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates to stabilize the economy.

What Happened?

Credit markets have been closely monitored following a dramatic selloff in government bonds and the announcement of steep tariffs by President Trump. While longer-dated Treasury yields surged, credit spreads widened across high-yield and investment-grade bonds, reflecting heightened uncertainty.

High-yield bond spreads reached 460 basis points above Treasurys on April 7, their highest level in nearly two years, before easing. Investment-grade spreads also widened but remain far from levels that would indicate severe economic distress.

The volatility stems from Trump’s tariff threats, which have sparked retaliatory measures from China and raised concerns about a potential U.S. recession. However, credit markets have not yet priced in extreme risks, suggesting investors are in a “wait-and-see” mode.


Why It Matters?

Credit spreads are often seen as a “canary in the coal mine” for liquidity issues or rising default risks. While spreads have widened, they are not yet at levels that would signal a looming recession.

This could be problematic, as markets may be underestimating the long-term impact of tariffs on corporate earnings, consumer spending, and global trade. Analysts warn that the effects of tariffs could take time to show up in economic data, potentially leading to a delayed reaction in credit markets.

If the economy does slip into a “self-induced” recession, the Federal Reserve may need to cut interest rates to provide relief. This would make existing bonds with higher yields more attractive, but it also underscores the fragility of the current economic environment.


What’s Next?

Investors are watching for signs of further deterioration in credit markets, particularly in high-yield bonds. Spreads climbing to 600-800 basis points would indicate rising recession fears.

The Federal Reserve’s next moves will also be critical. If economic data weakens further, rate cuts could provide temporary relief, but the broader impact of tariffs on global trade and corporate earnings remains a key concern.

For now, credit markets reflect cautious optimism, but the situation could change quickly if the “bite” of tariffs starts to show up in hard economic data. Investors should remain vigilant as the trade war evolves.

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