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How far will yields go?
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18 September 2026: How far will yields go?
Yields on European government bonds are climbing to their highest levels in years. Rising inflation in the wake of the conflict in the Persian Gulf and higher key interest rates are major factors driving this trend. However, concerns about high debt levels in many countries are also increasingly weighing on the bond market. We analyze just how precarious the fiscal situation is in major economies.
