Government bond yields surged on September 1, 2026, as a global sell-off accelerated amid inflation and debt concerns, pushing UK borrowing costs to their highest level since 2008 and Japanese yields to highs unseen since the 1990s.
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Borrowing costs for UK rise to highest level since 2008 and Japanese yields hit highs not seen since 1990s
Borrowing costs for UK rise to highest level since 2008 and Japanese yields hit highs not seen since 1990s
Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Bond sell-off soars amid inflation, debt fears Government bond yields rose in numerous countries on Tuesday, with investors selling off amid concerns over inflation and mounting public debts. © Yuki Iwamura, Associated Press The 10-year U.S....