Beware borrowing costs: The jump in yields could hit these debt-laden stocks the most
- Posted on September 25, 2026
- By CNBC
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In brief
Rising Treasury yields, currently approaching two-decade highs, present a significant challenge for corporations carrying substantial debt portfolios. As borrowing costs escalate, companies facing imminent debt maturity deadlines face mounting refinancing pressures and reduced profitability. Financial analysts warn that highly leveraged corporations may experience substantial stock price volatility as investors reassess risk premiums and debt sustainability, particularly those dependent on capital markets for debt renewal.
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Beware borrowing costs: The jump in yields could hit these debt-laden stocks the most
Ten-year Treasury yields are close to a 20-year high. That could hurt stocks that have large amounts of debt coming due, an analyst says.
