US borrowing costs hit fresh highs over inflation fears
- Posted on September 1, 2026
- By BBC News
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In brief
U.S. Treasury yields have reached their highest levels since January 2025, with the 10-year rate climbing to 4.79%, driven by surging crude oil prices and persistent inflation concerns. This upward trajectory reflects growing market anxieties about sustained price pressures and their impact on monetary policy decisions. The rising borrowing costs signal tightening financial conditions that could influence both government spending and consumer credit markets in the coming months.
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US borrowing costs hit fresh highs over inflation fears
The effective interest rate on 10 years rose to 4.79%, its highest level since January 2025, as oil prices surged.
