world-economy

Global Bond Selloff Accelerates as Inflation Concerns Mount

Central banks face pressure to respond as bond yields surge worldwide. Major asset managers are flagging risks of broader financial instability. The 10-year Treasury yield reached its highest level in a year, while Japan's 30-year sovereign bond yield climbed to record levels. Investors cite persistent inflation fears and government spending concerns as drivers. Yields have risen across multiple markets from the US to Japan. Asset managers are repositioning portfolios in this volatile environment. Major institutional investors are assessing yield curve steepness for valuation opportunities. Equity markets have felt the effects, with chipmakers particularly hit as investors reassess risk exposure. Inflation pressures and geopolitical tensions weigh on investor sentiment across fixed-income and equity markets.