The National Bank unexpectedly increases the base rate by 2% (200 basis points), which cause an immediate 75 basis point YTM increase of the mid- and long-term maturity bonds. What is the expectation how the equity market will behave and why?  Please provide a long and detailed answer <3

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The National Bank unexpectedly increases the base rate by 2% (200 basis points), which cause an immediate 75 basis point YTM increase of the mid- and long-term maturity bonds. What is the expectation how the equity market will behave and why? 

Please provide a long and detailed answer <3

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