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The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield climbed to its highest level since 2004 as a global bond selloff intensified. Rising yields reflect growing concerns over inflation, government borrowing and the outlook for interest rates.
Norges Bank raised its policy rate to 4.50% as it continues to address inflation pressures. The central bank also kept the possibility of further rate hikes open if economic conditions and inflation remain elevated.
Indian stocks opened lower as rising oil prices increased concerns over inflation and corporate costs. The NSE also made a subdued market debut, adding to the cautious mood among investors.
European stocks edged lower as rising oil prices increased inflation concerns, while investors remained cautious ahead of the upcoming Trump–Xi talks. Markets are watching for developments that could affect global trade and economic growth.
BoE policymaker Sarah Lombardelli said interest rates may need to rise if elevated energy prices continue to push inflation higher. Her comments highlight concerns that prolonged energy costs could keep inflation above target.
SoftBank is preparing to price an $11 billion bond sale as the group seeks to raise funds for its investment in OpenAI. The deal highlights SoftBank’s continued focus on financing its AI-related investments.
Iran said its positions remain far apart from those of the United States in peace discussions, while President Masoud Pezeshkian rejected pressure and stressed Iran’s stance in ongoing negotiations.
Hong Kong and mainland Chinese stocks opened lower as investors remained cautious ahead of the planned Trump–Xi summit, with trade tensions and global economic uncertainty weighing on market sentiment.
Wall Street closed lower as rising oil prices and Treasury yields increased inflation concerns and weighed on investor sentiment. Higher borrowing costs added pressure to major U.S. stock indexes.
The U.S. dollar holds near a two-month high as stronger-than-expected U.S. PMI data and rising Treasury yields support the currency. The euro and British pound weaken as markets reassess interest-rate expectations and the outlook for global monetary policy.
Japan’s 10-year government bond yield has climbed to its highest level in roughly 30 years, following a sharp selloff in U.S. Treasuries. The rise in global bond yields is increasing pressure on Japanese government bonds and could influence currency markets, investor flows and expectations for Bank of Japan policy.
Japan said the existing U.S.-Japan framework for coordinated foreign-exchange intervention remains in place as the yen weakens beyond 158 per dollar, keeping currency-market intervention risks in focus.