High Government Bond Yields Raise Alarm in Financial Markets

High yields on government bonds are causing concern in financial markets, with experts suggesting the era of cheap money is over. This shift is bringing increased focus to high national debts.

19 Aug, 20:02 — 19 Aug, 20:02

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Why High Yields on Government Bonds Are Causing Alarm

Government borrowing costs have been surging around the world as investors demand more compensation to entice them to hold longer-maturity debt. Average bond yields across the Group of Seven countries hit their highest level since 2008 in mid-August.

By George Nixon, Ye Xie and Greg Ritchie

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nzz19 Aug, 14:22First to report

Die hohen Staatsschulden rücken an den Finanzmärkten in den Fokus. Die «Illusion» des billigen Geldes sei vorbei, sagt der Anleihen-Experte

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High Government Bond Yields Raise Alarm in Financial Markets

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Die hohen Staatsschulden rücken an den Finanzmärkten in den Fokus. Die «Illusion» des billigen Geldes sei vorbei, sagt der Anleihen-Experte

Why High Yields on Government Bonds Are Causing Alarm

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