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‘Treasuries’ rates peak 24 years and accelerate spillage in the global sovereign market

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Briefings

Global sovereign debt yields reached a 24-year high of 5.672% in US 30-year Treasuries, driven by persistent inflation and fiscal deficits despite Fed rate cuts. The US debt ceiling standoff and ongoing Middle East conflict maintained high yields, causing a contagion effect where UK, German, and Japanese markets also saw significant yield increases. Investors are exiting long positions, with US Treasury yields surpassing the 5% threshold, while European and Asian markets face elevated financing costs due to geopolitical uncertainty.

Key points

• US 30-year Treasury yields reached 5.672%, the highest level in 24 years, driven by persistent inflation and the US debt ceiling standoff.
• Global sovereign debt yields increased across major markets, with UK 30-year gilts at 6.029% and German bunds at 3.60%, reflecting contagion from US market conditions.

Context and limitations

Data reflects October 2026 market conditions; yield trends are observed rather than forecasted; specific causal links between Middle East conflict and yield spikes remain unverified.

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