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Global Bond Sell-Off Deepens as Rates Rise Amid Inflation and AI Concerns

Global bond sell-off intensifies as elevated rates impact various economic sectors, with long-term government borrowing costs reaching multi-decade highs. This surge in bond yields is driving up interest rates on consumer loans, including car loans, credit cards, and student debt. U.S. Treasury yields hit a 19-year high of 5.323% on Tuesday, above 4.7%, while the 10-year yield remains above 4%. The situation is further exacerbated by concerns over inflation and the implications of artificial intelligence on economic stability. Stocks continue to struggle amid these rising Treasury yields, with a critical threshold looming that could potentially trigger a market sell-off.

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