The 10-year Treasury yield just crossed 5% for the first time since 2007: Here’s what that means for you
Publishing timestamp: 2023-10-20 13:09:31
Summary
The yield on the benchmark 10-year Treasury note crossed 5% for the first time since 2007, leading to potential increases in borrowing costs for mortgages, student loans, and auto loans. Higher yields are driven by factors such as the Federal Reserve's interest-rate policy, inflation expectations, and investor concerns about government debt. Savers, on the other hand, can benefit from higher yields with higher deposit rates.
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Source: https://www.cnbc.com/2023/10/20/what-the-10-year-treasury-yield-crossing-5percent-means-for-you.html