Bond yields near stress levels as oil prices climb toward $115

Long-term government bond yields and Brent crude prices have moved close to levels that could trigger broader market stress. Current readings show the US 30-year Treasury yield at 5.109% and Brent crude near $108.54. Bitcoin traded near $78,000 as markets assessed the risks.

The US 30-year Treasury yield stood near 5.109% and the UK 30-year gilt near 5.857% at the end of last week. Brent crude reached $108.54 while the VIX index was at 18.53. These figures place markets near thresholds where debt servicing costs and inflation pressures could intensify.

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Bitcoin holds $70,000 as oil surges near $100 amid Iran tensions

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Bitcoin has maintained its position around $70,000 despite a sharp rise in oil prices driven by escalating tensions with Iran. U.S. stocks tumbled on concerns over energy costs and private credit issues, while President Trump prioritized stopping Iran over price worries. Later, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's announcement on Russian oil eased some pressures, pushing Bitcoin toward $72,000.

Bitcoin traded at $79,083 on May 15, down more than 3 percent after failing to hold above $82,000 resistance. Rising US Treasury yields are drawing institutional capital away from the cryptocurrency and into government debt.

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Bitcoin has fallen to test the $78,000 support zone as US Treasury yields climb to multi-month highs and inflation data adds pressure on risk assets. The cryptocurrency touched an intraday low of $77,711 before recovering slightly.

Oil prices recorded their largest daily gain since October, driven by concerns over a potential new conflict between the United States and Iran. Brent crude surpassed US$71 per barrel after a 4.3% rise, while West Texas Intermediate traded above US$66. Analysts warn that the US military buildup in the region could close the window for a diplomatic agreement.

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Oil prices peaked above $114 per barrel on March 9 as the Iran war intensified, building on yesterday's surge past $110. Indian markets plunged amid fuel cost fears, while Asian governments rolled out measures to shield consumers from spiking prices.

Bitcoin surged above $80,000 for the first time since January during early Asian trading on May 4, 2026, reaching highs around $80,600. The cryptocurrency later pulled back to around $79,000 following reports of an Iranian missile strike on a U.S. warship, which the U.S. denied. Geopolitical risks near the Strait of Hormuz overshadowed strong ETF inflows supporting the rally.

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Oil prices climbed above $100 a barrel on Monday after the latest escalation in the U.S.-Israel conflict with Iran heightened concerns about supply disruptions and tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz. President Donald Trump said in a Truth Social post that the price spike would be temporary and would ease once Iran’s nuclear threat is eliminated.

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