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Bond Sell-Off Pushes Treasury Borrowing Costs to 2007 Levels

Yields on the 30-year Treasury and other government bonds rose to multiyear highs amid concerns about inflation, budget deficits, and artificial intelligence spending.

The New York Times Business reports a bond sell-off that has driven borrowing costs higher, with yields on the 30-year U.S. Treasury climbing to the highest level since 2007. The move has also lifted yields on government bonds across the world to multiyear highs.

According to the report, investors appear focused on inflation risks and the potential impact of large fiscal deficits on Treasury supply and pricing.

The article also points to concerns about artificial intelligence spending as another factor contributing to investor anxiety over future costs and rates.

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