Fox Business
18 Aug 2026, 23:36 UTC · 2h ago
Treasury yields hit multi-decade highs amid surging national debt
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Fox Business
18 Aug 2026, 23:36 UTC · 2h ago
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U.S. Treasury yields have hit multi-decade highs, with the 10-year note reaching a 19-year peak and the 30-year bond a 25-year peak. — Higher benchmark yields increase borrowing costs for consumers and corporations, weighing on mortgage rates and construction activity.
-0.60The U.S. national debt is approaching $40 trillion with a projected budget deficit of approximately $2.1 trillion for the current fiscal year. — Extreme debt levels threaten long-term fiscal stability and can lead to higher risk premiums required by investors.
-0.40Investor demand for U.S. Treasurys remains steady despite growing deficits and inflation concerns, driven by the attractive higher yields. — Persistent demand suggests the market is not yet seeing a systemic crisis or a 'bond vigilante' sell-off.
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