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.
