Is TLT Nearing a Rebound After Significant Selling Pressure?
-Key Insights: TLT’s persistent decline reflects heightened selling pressure
amid rising Treasury yields and bearish macroeconomic sentiment. Oversold
conditions suggest a potential technical floor near $84, creating an inflection
point for contrarian traders. Investors should closely monitor macro trends and
foreign entity Treasury sales to gauge recovery potential in the bond ETF
market.
-Price Targets:
* Long Position Strategy:
- Stop Level 2 (S2): $82.80
- Stop Level 1 (S1): $83.70
- Target Level 1 (T1): $87.60
- Target Level 2 (T2): $88.90
-Recent Performance: TLT has experienced notable weakness, declining by over 6%
in recent sessions as Treasury yields climbed sharply. Investor sentiment
remains bearish, with foreign entities selling off U.S. Treasuries, further
pressuring the fund. The ETF now hovers near critical technical levels, with
support potentially forming around $84.
-Expert Analysis: Market experts highlight TLT’s oversold condition as a
potential turning point, contingent on easing macroeconomic tensions. However,
continued selling pressure and rising yields present challenges. Price action
near $84 will be key in determining whether the ETF can stabilize or faces
further declines. Upside recovery depends on shifting sentiment and potential
safe-haven reallocation.
-News Impact: Increased U.S. Treasury sales by foreign entities such as China
and Japanese hedge funds significantly amplify selling pressure on TLT,
contributing to rising yields. The broader market's focus on equities and
cyclical shifts adds to the headwinds facing the bond ETF. Investors should
remain cautious amid signals of extended weakness and breaking technical levels.
TLT trade ideas
Ishares 20+ Treasury Bond | TLT | Long in the $90sIshares 20+ Treasury Bond NASDAQ:TLT are particularly sensitive to interest rates: the price moves up when they are lowered and down when they rise. Locally, I'm witnessing banks lower their interest rates for CDs and shorten the duration for those with high-yielding returns. The general political rhetoric, especially due to the election cycle, is a push for the Federal Reserve to drop them. Now, despite the possible negative economic implications of lowering interest rates too soon if inflation is high, there is a good probability they may be lowered (even slightly) in 2024... perhaps September?
This analysis isn't to time the bottom perfectly, though. Instead, it's a probability assessment. Personally, TLT in the low $90s is in a long-term "buy-zone".
Target #1 = $104
Target #2 = $122
Target #3 = $170+ (very long-term view / economic crash... let's hope not, though)
iShares 20 Year Treasury Bond | TLT | Long in the $80sFor the patient, one of the "safest" investments is in long-term treasury bonds (specifically NASDAQ:TLT ). For those who may not understand why, bond prices move inversely to yields. If interest rates drop (which the Federal Reserve has stated is going to happen this year), NASDAQ:TLT will rise. If interest rates rise (like what happened in early 2022), NASDAQ:TLT will fall. But all information from the Federal Reserve points to interest rate cuts starting this year *or* in the near future.
As of April 1st, 2025, the dividend yield for NASDAQ:TLT is 4.52%. That interest rate beats the vast majority of savings accounts right now. I don't think we will see NASDAQ:TLT prices in the $80's longer than a year or two. A contrarian may argue "inflation is rising!", but the data continue to point to it actually stabilizing. Yes, prices are higher compared to 4-5 years ago for just about everything... but the higher prices are "stable". Tariffs may put a slight wrinkle in this stability in the near-term, but I think the economy is already slowing and the Federal Reserve will be pressured to start dropping interest rates sooner than later.
I believe a global economic bust is inevitable - but no one knows when. Anyone who says they can time it is a charlatan. If/when a global economic bust occurs, the Federal Reserve will drop interest rates (like what happened in 2020) to get the economy juiced up again. NASDAQ:TLT will double in price or go further.
My general point is I *believe* NASDAQ:TLT is nearing a low and any future declines (especially below $80) are personal opportunities for buy-and-hold. It's a solid hedge with a good dividend. Options don't give you that and timing events is a guessing game for every retail trader. So, as someone who tries to think beyond the "now", I am gathering shares, enjoying the dividend, and not touching them until a global economic bust occurs. Currently holding positions at $85, $86, $87, and $90.
Targets:
2027: $100.00
2028: $105.00
2029: $110.00
2030: $115.00
Bust (unknown timing): $170+
Is TLT in a new down trend?Just simple marking of the various lows and highs of TLT shows that the last swing high of the chart was lower than the previous one as was the low. Therefore this could indicate that the bond bear market is actually continuing and that the previous apparent reversal was a false breakout. If we close this week below the previous swing low I think that spells trouble.
TLT Short Term OutlookHere we have TLT moving according to our previously published chart. We think TLT will move sideways, consolidating in the near future before finding direction. Although the outlook for TLT and the Bond Market is positive, in the near short term we may see a decline in the bonds market and choppy movements. We anticipate a zigzag move followed by a possible price retest of near $85 before bouncing back up.
TLT Analysis: Bonds in Turmoil Amid Tariff ChaosThis week, we've witnessed a dramatic shift as equities and U.S. government bonds cratered simultaneously. Trump, facing intense market backlash, notably reversed his aggressive tariff stance—forced by China's strategic response and market realities. At the start of the week, the yield on 10-year U.S. Treasuries stood at 4.00%, skyrocketing to 4.51% in just a matter of days—a massive jump by typical investor standards. This rapid rise significantly impacts mortgage rates, car loans, and credit card borrowing, reflecting broader financial stress.
The sharp rise in bond yields resembles the forced-selling reaction to Liz Truss and Kwasi Kwarteng's mini-budget crisis in 2022. Trump's tariff-induced inflation fears and notably weak demand in recent U.S. Treasury auctions further intensified bond selling pressure.
Technical Levels & Analysis for TLT
Hourly Chart
TLT has clearly broken crucial support levels, highlighting significant bearish momentum:
• Resistance Zone: $90.00 - $90.50
• Current Trading Zone: Approximately $88.50
• Support Zone: $86.50 - $87.00 (critical level to watch)
Daily Chart
The daily perspective confirms bearish sentiment with substantial price drops and increasing volatility:
• Major Resistance Area: $92.50 - $93.50 (strong overhead resistance where trapped longs may reside)
• Immediate Support Area: $86.50 - $87.00
Trade Ideas & Scenarios
Bearish Scenario (primary):
• Entry Trigger: A confirmed break below the immediate support at $86.50.
Profit Targets:
• Target 1: $85.00 (short-term follow-through)
• Target 2: $83.50 (potential deeper continuation)
• Stop Loss: Above $88.50, limiting risk in case of unexpected bullish reversal.
Bullish Scenario (counter-trend play):
• Entry Trigger: Strong recovery and hold above $89.00.
Profit Targets:
• Target 1: $90.50 (initial resistance)
• Target 2: $92.50 (secondary resistance level)
• Stop Loss: Below recent lows near $86.50 to tightly manage risk.
The rapid shifts in bond yields and tariffs are causing heightened market volatility. Investors must remain vigilant and maintain strict risk management. Watch these key TLT levels closely, especially amid ongoing tariff news and bond market reactions.
Analyzing TLT's Current Technical SetupRecent price action in TLT has raised questions about whether the recent sell-off reflects foreign selling pressure, potentially driven by liquidity shifts into equities, or simply represents healthy profit-taking. Key economic data from Japan may provide context to this move, as Japan's current account surplus hit a record high at JPY 4,060.7 billion in February 2025, driven by strong exports and reduced imports.
Technical Analysis:
TLT experienced a sharp reversal after testing resistance levels around $93-$94, indicating significant selling interest at these upper bands. Currently, the price is approaching crucial support levels, with key areas of focus being $89.78, $89.20, and $88.60. Price action in these zones will be critical to watch for confirmation of further direction.
Bullish Scenario:
Entry: Look for support confirmation around $89.78 or slightly lower at $89.20.
Profit Targets:
First target: Rebound towards the previous resistance around $91.25.
Second target: Extended move towards the upper resistance zone around $93.
Stop Loss: Clearly place a stop-loss below $88.60, protecting against a deeper breakdown.
Bearish Scenario:
If price decisively breaks below $89.78 with strong volume confirmation:
Entry: Consider short positions on confirmed break and retest failure below $89.78.
Profit Targets:
First target: Next immediate support at $89.20.
Second target: Stronger support area at $88.60.
Stop Loss: Set a stop-loss slightly above $90.30 to manage risk effectively.
Market Context:
Japan's record current account surplus could signify reduced foreign buying pressure on US Treasuries, potentially contributing to the selling in TLT. This macroeconomic backdrop underscores the importance of watching these key technical levels closely.
Final Thoughts:
Keep a close eye on volume and RSI for confirming indicators, ensuring trades are executed with clear risk management. Given the macroeconomic context and current technical setup, caution and flexibility in trading decisions remain essential.
From Keynes to Adam Smith: SPY & TLT React to Policy Crossroads
NASDAQ:TLT and AMEX:SPY have experienced significant declines at the open today , with the latter signaling a market shift away from a Keynesian economy—dependent on government spending that favors a handful of well-connected corporations—toward an Adam Smith-inspired liberal economy guided by the invisible hand. Could this transition, amid all the talk of tariffs, potentially drive inflation? The future direction of NASDAQ:TLT will hinge on how these new policies are implemented, particularly given that $2.2 trillion from the Fed’s 2020–2022 quantitative easing still lingers in the system. Pushing for interest rate cuts at this stage would certainly be a hasty move. Today’s rejection of technical resistance at $94.86 speaks volumes
TLT - Monthly Targets (Long Term)Markets are currently tight squeezing due to Trumps terrifs etc, something has to give in, based on this chart:
- TLT has found a bid at .963 Fibonacci level @ $82.42 (EXTREME RETRACE)
- Dec 2, 2024 = the 369 ratio in time for $82.42 (time & price 📐)
NEXT TARGET PROJECTION IS 50% OF THE MAX TARGET ANGLE = ($121)
(BETWEEN 2025 - 2029)
MAX TARGET = $183 - $212
(BETWEEN 2025 - 2034)
Opening (IRA): TLT May 16th 96 Covered Calls... for a 92.13/contract debit.
Comments: Taking refuge in 20 Year + Paper until this market sorts itself out, targeting the strike that pays around 1% of the strike price in credit (the -96C paid 1.15).
Will generally look to roll the short call down at 50% max to the strike paying 1% of the strike price in credit if greater than 30 DTE remain; roll out at 50% to the next available monthly if <35 DTE remain.
TLT 103American 20+ bonds continue to hold a significant weight in my portfolio, and most importantly, the factors supporting their growth are increasing day by day.
Inflation in the U.S. will decline not due to monetary policy but because of economic stagnation and potential risks. Tariffs will raise goods prices, but at the same time, they will negatively impact consumer sentiment.
TLT is heading toward 103, which aligns with my technical outlook.
TLT longer term high...I do dowsing and checked on TLT today. My work is suggesting this is a longer term high and that TLT will move down to around $85.
I'm not the best at getting time frames for things to occur, but I ask anyway. At a minimum dates more often than not signal some kind of reversal - though it may only be short term. Anyway, I get $85 in about 21 days, or 3/19. I like TLT options. They're cheap and if TLT can keep from any close higher than these highs, I think good odds for down.
Gold vs. U.S. Government BondsIs gold safer than government bonds? The data suggests so.
Since March 2020, long-term U.S. government bonds with maturities over 20 years have fallen close to 50% in value. Gold is up almost 100% over the same period.
Do you think these trends will continue? I certainly do.
Are bonds (TLT) about to fall?I've been thinking for the past few months that TLT would rally up to the 100 area. However, that move hasn't materialized and now I think there's a chance of yields rising and bonds falling. Over the past few weeks the chart has morphed more bearish.
It looks like something should set off the bond market this week and cause a lot of volatility in bonds.
I think there's potentially a chance we see the lower supports get hit before we see a relief rally.
Let's see how it plays out.
$TLT - expecting to break above 200DMA on next attemptAs expected, NASDAQ:TLT met with strong resistance and has backfilled the gap. It is most likely to break through the 200-day moving average (200DMA) resistance on the next attempt. Many hedge funds are shorting long-term bonds, which could create a short squeeze scenario.
TLT Short-Term Short SetupOverview:
TLT has likely completed Wave (3) in its Elliott Wave structure and is now entering a corrective Wave (4). The RSI is in overbought territory, suggesting a short-term pullback. Additionally, there are unfilled gaps near $85, which could act as downside targets in the upcoming corrective phase.
Technical Signals:
Elliott Wave Count: Wave (3) appears completed, setting up for a corrective (4) move.
RSI Overbought: The RSI is signaling a possible reversal.
Gap Fill Target: Unfilled gaps exist near $85, aligning with key Fibonacci retracement levels.
Resistance Zone: Price is approaching resistance between $95 - $96, making it a crucial level for rejection.
Support Levels: First support at $90.33 (Fib 0.382), followed by $87.21, and a final gap-fill zone near $85.
Wave (4) Correction:
A retracement toward the $90-$87 range is expected before the uptrend resumes.
This would shake out weak longs while setting up for Wave (5).
A Fib 0.382 retracement (around $90.50) could be a key level for Wave (4) to complete.
Wave (5) Potential Move:
If Wave (4) finds support, TLT could enter Wave (5) to new highs, potentially targeting $98 - $100+ before forming a larger top.
However, if the corrective structure extends beyond $85, it may indicate that a deeper ABC correction is in play.
TLT: Potential Reversal After Completing ABC Correction [LONG]NASDAQ:TLT
Observation:
The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (TLT) appears to have completed its C-wave of an ABC Elliott Wave correction. Prices have shown signs of consolidation around the critical support zone at $87.50, suggesting the possibility of a double-bottom formation.
Support Zone: TLT is consolidating near the $87.50 level, which has historically acted as strong support.
Elliott Wave Structure: The recent price action indicates the completion of a corrective ABC structure, with the C-wave potentially marking the final low.
Bullish Outlook: If the support holds, the ETF is likely to resume upward momentum, targeting the $94.00 level as the next key resistance.
Double-Bottom Potential: Retesting the support zone could further validate a double-bottom reversal pattern.
Risk Management:
Set stops below $85.14 to minimize downside risk.
Monitor overall market sentiment and bond yield movements, which can heavily influence TLT's price action.
Disclaimer:
This analysis is for informational and educational purposes only and should not be considered as financial advice. Trading and investing involve significant risks, and you should consult with a qualified financial advisor or conduct your own research before making any investment decisions. The author is not responsible for any financial losses or decisions made based on this analysis. Always trade responsibly and within your own risk tolerance.
TLT: Strong Buy in My Radar List - Feb. 26Technical Analysis (TA) & Price Action
TLT (iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF) has been steadily climbing, breaking through key resistance levels and forming an ascending trendline on the 1-hour chart. The price action suggests continued bullish momentum with a breakout above $91 and potential for further upside.
Key observations:
* Trend Structure: TLT is in a clear uptrend, forming higher highs and higher lows.
* Support & Resistance:
* Major Resistance: $92.50 (PUT resistance) and $93.50 (2nd PUT Wall)
* Key Support: $91 (current breakout level), followed by $90
* Stronger Support Zones: $88 - $87.79
* MACD Indicator: Showing bullish momentum, with signals aligning for continuation.
* Stoch RSI: Slightly overbought but still has room for further upside before a pullback.
Options Flow & GEX Analysis
The GEX (Gamma Exposure) indicator highlights a strong call concentration at $91, indicating a potential gamma squeeze if price holds above this level.
* IVR (Implied Volatility Rank): 39.6, with IVx avg at 15.9%, signaling moderate volatility.
* Call Side Bias: 17.9% of options flow, supporting a bullish breakout scenario.
* Key GEX Levels:
* CALL Wall Resistance: $92 → Breaking this level could push toward $93.50.
* PUT Support Zone: $88 - $87 → A breakdown could trigger downward momentum.
Trade Plan & Suggestions
📌 Bullish Trade Setup (Preferred Play)
* Entry: Above $91 with confirmation (sustained hold above resistance).
* Target 1: $92.50
* Target 2: $93.50 (2nd PUT Wall)
* Stop-loss: Below $90
📌 Bearish Alternative (Hedge Play)
* Entry: Below $90 with volume breakdown.
* Target: $88 → $87
* Stop-loss: Above $91
Final Thoughts
TLT is in a strong bullish structure and could see further upside if it holds above $91. Options data suggests a gamma squeeze toward $92-$93.50, but failure to sustain $90 could bring a retracement. Keep an eye on volume confirmation before taking positions.
📢 Risk Management: Adjust position sizes and stop-loss levels according to your risk tolerance.
🔹 Disclaimer: This analysis is for educational purposes only and does not constitute financial advice. Always conduct your own research and manage risk accordingly before trading.