Stock market strategists watch CDS spread curves for inversion patterns; recent flattening in US CDS curves suggests rising near-term default risk, a bearish equity sentiment driver in high-debt sectors. Read more: Here are 5 simple ways to grow rich with real estate — whether you have $10 or $100,000 to invest Read in-depth credit card reviews to find out which cards have the best perks and more. CDS markets offer an early read on credit health. Current JPMorgan CDS spreads ticked up 12 bps, hinting at tightening credit conditions and possible bank stock underperformance. For market forecasters, tracking such shifts can refine short-term equity risk models.
