30-Year Treasury Yield Hits 5.2%, Highest Since 2007
The 30-year U.S. Treasury yield surged to 5.2% on Tuesday, its highest level since 2007, as inflation fears deepened. Energy-driven price pressures and mounting fiscal deficits prompted investors to sell off long-dated government debt. The move reflects growing concerns over persistent inflation and the sustainability of U.S. fiscal policy.
Key facts
- 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.2% on Tuesday
- Highest level since 2007
- Driven by energy-driven price pressures and mounting deficits
- Investors fleeing long-dated U.S. government debt
- Inflation fears deepening
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- Quartz —