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Are rising bond rates really so bad? Maybe not, say these exports

Are rising bond rates really so bad? Maybe not, say these exports
MarketWatch Tuesday 01 September 2026, 09:31 UTC By Jules Rimmer 1 min read
Key Points

The near-zero interest rates that characterized the decade after the global financil crisis were a sign of economic dysfunction. Higher rates reflect a stronger demand for capital and robust economic growth.

The near-zero interest rates that characterized the decade after the global financil crisis were a sign of economic dysfunction. Higher rates reflect a stronger demand for capital and robust economic growth. [Image text:] Goverment Bond Yielur. Yield Coupon +0.05 Term 1.72% 3Month 1.70% +0.08 1.89% 6Month 1.85% 2.35%2.37% +0.07 1 Year 2.70%2.73% +0.04 2Year +0.02 5 Year 3.45%3.48% 4.20%4.24% +0.01
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