Defying higher bond yields: Consumers keep spending and the economy keeps booming

Defying higher bond yields: Consumers keep spending and the economy keeps booming — Live Feedhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/defying-higher-bond-yields-consumers-keep-spending-and-the-economy-keeps-boomingContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. Consumers keep spending as economy booms despite higher bond yieldshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/defying-higher-bond-yields-consumers-keep-spending-and-the-economy-keeps-boominghttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/defying-higher-bond-yields-consumers-keep-spending-and-the-economy-keeps-booming#u87428Mon, 28 Sep 2026 20:27:28 +0000The US economy continues to grow despite rising bond yields, with consumers maintaining their spending habits. This trend is defying expectations, as higher bond yields typically lead to decreased consumer spending and economic slowdown. However, current data suggests that the economy remains robust, with factors such as sticky inflation and demand for AI companies contributing to this resilience.Why it mattersRising bond yields have sparked concerns about the potential impact on the economy, with some analysts warning of financial calamities when rates increase rapidly. The 10-year Treasury y