# High US bond yields are already hurting economies, says INSEAD economist

https://mins.news/en/video/35332

- CNA, 2026-08-28 07:52 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cl9CWNcKWEk

> US long-term borrowing costs have surged, with the 30-year Treasury yield reaching 5.34%, its highest level since 2007, before retreating after the Treasury announced plans to at least double buybacks of longer-dated government debt. Higher yields could pressure Asian currencies, constrain regional rate cuts and raise borrowing costs for governments and businesses.

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