Dangerous Mix of Debt, Inflation, and Populism Rattles Bond Markets
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- A combination of high government borrowing, inflation stuck above the Fed's 2% target since 2022, and heavy corporate debt has driven long-term yields higher, with fading hopes for further Fed cuts contributing to the surge in rates.
- The article highlights how this environment has fundamentally shifted the interest rate landscape.
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Higher government borrowing and prices staying high are pushing up the cost of borrowing money for long periods. This shift could mean slower business growth and weaker stock performance for everyday investors.
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