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Bonds Rally as Investors Seek Safety From Tariff Turmoil

The 10-year Treasury yield slipped below 4% for the first time since October in overnight trade

The U.S. tariffs look more aggressive than feared, raising recession fears among investors.
The U.S. tariffs look more aggressive than feared, raising recession fears among investors. Photo: Spencer Platt/Getty Images

Global government bonds jumped in the aftermath of U.S. President Trump’s tariff announcements, extending their rise as China retaliated by announcing 34% tariffs on U.S. goods.

The 10-year Treasury yield dropped to its lowest in six months at 3.867%, having slipped below 4% in overnight trade. It last traded 13 basis points lower at 3.929%, according to Tradeweb.

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