The Economist: Why global bond markets are convulsing
Key topics
- Government bond yields surge, with U.S. Treasury bonds near 5%.
- Inflation, fiscal policy, and geopolitical tensions drive higher yields.
- Uncertainty in global growth and fiscal deficits adds to bond market volatility.
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From The Economist, published under licence. The original article can be found on www.economist.com
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The Economist
Pity anyone taking out a mortgage
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