The capital markets continue to anticipate declining rates from the U.S. Federal Reserve as economic data is starting to show signs of slowing inflation. “Rising interest rates can sometimes feel like a double-edged sword,” said Kelly LaVigne, vice president of consumer insights at Allianz Life, via a CNBC report. "Bond investors made clear this week that they doubt the Federal Reserve’s ability to return inflation to its 2% target," The Street reported.