Bond Buyer indexes weaken in period ended July 13

The weekly average yield to maturity of The Bond Buyer Municipal Bond Index, which is based on 40 long-term bond prices rose two basis points to 4.11% from the previous week's 4.09%.

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The Bond Buyer's 20-Bond GO Index of 20-year general obligation yields increased one basis point to 3.61% from 3.60% the prior week. It is at its highest level since June 1, when it was at 3.61%.

The 11-Bond GO Index of higher-grade 20-year GO was one basis point higher to 3.12% from 3.11% the previous week. It is at its highest level since seven weeks ago, when it was at 3.12%.

The Bond Buyer's Revenue Bond Index was up one basis point to 3.77% from 3.76% last week. It is at its highest level since June 1, when it was at 3.79%.

The yield on the U.S. Treasury's 10-year note was two basis points lower to 2.35% from 2.37%, while the yield on the Treasury's 30-year bond increased two basis points to 2.92% from 2.90% in the prior week.

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