https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-rising-stakes-of-the-global-bond-routContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-rising-stakes-of-the-global-bond-routhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/the-rising-stakes-of-the-global-bond-rout#u45543Thu, 20 Aug 2026 12:01:02 +0000Bond yields are climbing, driven by surging national debt, and hitting multi-decade highs. This trend is expected to impact mortgages and other consumer borrowing, potentially slowing economic growth. The increase in yields is also unnerving rich-world politicians, who are closely monitoring the situation.Why it mattersThe global bond market is experiencing a significant downturn, with yields rising sharply in recent weeks. This shift is largely attributed to the growing national debt and its potential implications for the economy. As bond yields increase, it becomes more expensive for consume