Date: July 27th, 2026 11:06 AM Author: Bat-shit-crazy abnormal lodge
The yield on the 10-year Treasury bond, considered one of the most important interest rates in the world, jumped this week to 4.7 percent, up from less than 4 percent before the start of the war in Iran in late February.
Date: July 27th, 2026 11:07 AM Author: Bat-shit-crazy abnormal lodge
Concerns over high government spending also linger in the United States, as the government seeks to increase its military budget for the war with Iran. The U.S. government has nearly $40 trillion in debt outstanding, more than double the amount 10 years ago.
Date: July 27th, 2026 11:53 AM Author: boyish messiness
they're almost certainly going up, we're about to spend trillions of dollars invading iran. most experts think 6% is the limit where fed has to step in with yield curve control.
Date: July 27th, 2026 1:12 PM Author: boyish messiness
assets go up with inflation and rates aren't high enough yet to divert money away from stocks. even at 5%, between inflation and taxes you're barely making any return.