
Sharp Decline in US Treasury Yields Signals Growing Economic Concerns
In a dramatic shift early Thursday morning, yields on US government bonds experienced a significant drop, reflecting escalating fears of a potential economic downturn. This movement was triggered by investors reacting to the economic uncertainties surrounding President Donald Trump's latest tariff policies.
Detailed Yield Movements Highlight Investor Anxiety
By 3:29 am ET, the landscape of the bond market had visibly changed. The benchmark 10-year note saw a decrease of 11.9 basis points, settling at 4.076%. Similarly, the 30-year yield fell by 9.3 basis points to 4.458%, and the 2-year note yield wasn't spared, dropping nearly nine points to 3.815%.
These figures underscore a growing trend of investors seeking safer assets amidst looming recession fears.
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