"Around that seven to 10 year point does provide you quite a bit of protection from a growth shock." The massive spike in oil prices acts as a regressive tax on the consumer, leading to demand destruction and a subsequent economic growth shock. Central banks will not hike into a supply-driven energy shock, meaning the next major move in yields is likely lower as economic growth slows down. LONG medium-to-long duration US Treasuries as a hedge against an impending growth shock caused by triple-digit oil prices. If inflation expectations become unanchored and the Fed is forced to hike rates to maintain credibility, long-duration bonds will sell off.