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U.S. Treasury Yield Reaches 4.81% Amid Inflation Concerns

On September 2, 2026, government bond yields surged to multi-decade highs, driven by rising inflation fears, increased oil prices, and expectations of central bank rate hikes. The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield climbed to 4.81%, while Germany's reached 3.375%—the highest since 2011—and U.K. 10-year gilt yields hit 5.25%. Total public debt in the U.S. surpassed $40 trillion, over 120% of economic output. This backdrop of high yields and rising debt levels is concerning for investors as markets adjust to increased borrowing costs and inflation risks, impacting investment strategies.