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Global bond selloff deepens as inflation fears rise
Government bonds fell across major markets as higher energy prices from the Iran war intensified inflation concerns and renewed bets on further central-bank tightening. U.S. 10-year Treasury yields climbed to their highest level since February 2025, while long-dated Japanese yields also hit record or multi-decade highs .
US and European equities retreat as yields and oil surge
Stocks in the U.S. and Europe declined as investors reacted to rising bond yields, firmer crude prices and worsening risk sentiment. Banks were among the weaker sectors, while energy stocks held up better as investors weighed the inflation impact of higher oil .
US dollar strengthens on higher yields and geopolitical risk
The dollar rallied broadly as crude prices advanced and global risk appetite weakened. EUR/USD slipped below its early-April range low, reflecting pressure on other currencies as markets priced in the inflationary effect of energy shocks .
Crude oil extends gains amid Strait of Hormuz tensions
Oil prices continued to rise as the Iran conflict kept the Strait of Hormuz situation in focus, raising concerns about a broader energy disruption. The higher oil backdrop is now feeding directly into inflation expectations, bond yields and sector rotation across markets .
Japan government bonds hit record stress on fiscal concerns
Japanese government bond yields jumped sharply as markets anticipated additional debt issuance to fund war-related economic support. The 30-year JGB yield reached a record, and the 10-year yield touched its highest level since October 1996 .
China agrees to expand US farm imports
China said it will purchase at least $17 billion of U.S. agricultural products annually through 2028, adding to earlier soybean commitments. The move is a notable trade development following President Trump's visit to Beijing, though it does not resolve broader economic tensions .
China’s economy shows broader weakness in April
China’s April data pointed to an economy still struggling with weak household confidence and softer domestic demand. Retail sales growth slowed to 0.2% year over year, fixed-asset investment declined, and industrial production missed expectations, even as exports and manufacturing remained relatively resilient .
Investors await Nvidia and Walmart as earnings season winds down
This week’s U.S. corporate calendar is still important even as the earnings season starts to taper off. Nvidia and Walmart will be closely watched for signals on AI spending, consumer demand and whether higher yields are beginning to affect business conditions .
Inflation readings from Canada, the UK and Japan stay in focus
Markets are also watching April CPI releases from several major economies, which may reinforce the global inflation narrative. With energy prices rising and bond yields climbing, any upside surprises could add more pressure on central banks .
Preliminary May PMIs expected to show war-related economic strain
Flash PMI readings across several economies should help reveal how businesses are coping with the Iran war and higher input costs. Traders will be looking for signs that supply chains, confidence and demand are weakening further .
US-Iran standoff remains unresolved as deadline pressure rises
The U.S. and Iran remained far apart on a deal to end weeks of war and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. President Trump said the clock is ticking for Iran, keeping geopolitical risk and energy-market volatility elevated .
Asian markets soften as Korea’s chip rally loses momentum
Asian equities weakened, with Korea’s strong chip rally hitting a wall amid the broader market selloff. The move reflects the global rotation away from risk assets as yields rise and investors reassess the growth and inflation outlook .