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Bond market sell-off threatens to impact U.S. midterm elections

Rising bond yields are creating economic pressure that could impact the upcoming midterm elections, according to political analysts. While the sell-off in long-term bonds is a global phenomenon, its spread to the U.S. 10-year Treasury, a key benchmark for mortgages and loans, is particularly concerning. Voters are likely to attribute economic hardship, such as increased borrowing costs and reduced hiring, to former President Donald Trump, potentially influencing their voting decisions. AI

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  1. Fortune TIER_1 English(EN) · Eva Roytburg ·

    The bond market is crashing Trump’s midterm campaign

    George Washington University’s Stephen Kaplan says the bond market is giving Washington a “check."