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BondsMediumUpdated×2•Originally published 20 July 2026•Updated 20 July 2026•
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US 30-Year Treasury Yields Hit Highest Since 2007 Amid Rising Debt

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Key Facts

1The 30-year Treasury yield hit 5.06% at auction, its highest level since 2007.
2U.S. federal debt stands at $39.5 trillion with a $1.37 trillion deficit this fiscal year.

Amid intensifying pressure on U.S. public finances, the 30-year Treasury yield hit 5.06% at auction, marking its highest level since 2007. This surge occurs as the U.S. federal debt reaches a staggering $39.5 trillion, accompanied by a $1.37 trillion deficit in the current fiscal year. These figures underscore the growing fiscal burdens weighing on sovereign debt markets and driving up long-term borrowing costs.

The spike in yields raises concerns that government borrowing is crowding out private investment, potentially stifling economic growth. Since early 2022, long-term yields have more than doubled, placing additional strain on interest-rate-sensitive sectors such as real estate and consumer finance. According to market data from July 13, 2026, the U.S. budget balance showed a deficit of $120 billion, which was narrower than the forecasted $135.8 billion deficit.

Investors should closely monitor upcoming economic indicators following the July 14, 2026, inflation report, which showed the annual CPI slowing to 3.5% from a previous 4.2%.

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