We've had an accumulation of hawkish comments from the ECB and the momentum behind the European economy is now quite strong. The picture remains quite negative for the bond markets.

We're slightly positive on the bond market for now. A rate move is priced in for June but people have given up on the idea of getting anything earlier.

The risk is for the ECB to accelerate the pace of interest- rate hikes. There seems to be very little support for the European bond market.

We've seen an accumulation of strong numbers and sentiment at high levels in Europe. When we look at the numbers we're pretty confident the ECB will accelerate the pace of rate increases.

Treasuries remain under pressure and only weaker-than-expected data seem likely to reverse the current mood.

Five-year Treasuries should continue to attract buyers. We can expect the auction to go well, and the market to rally further.