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US Economy Keeps Expanding Despite High Bond Yields

Original: ⚡ NEWS U.S. Economy Defies High Bond Yields Amid Surge in Spending The U.S. economy continues to expand despite borrowin

The U.S. economy continues to grow even as bond yields climb toward 5%, defying expectations that high borrowing costs would slow activity. Consumer spending and business activity are surging, breaking the usual link between rising yields and economic slowdown, and prompting debate about whether the economy can keep defying these pressures.

Why now: Markets are surprised that strong consumer and business activity persists despite borrowing costs near 5%.

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• ⚡ NEWS U.S. Economy Defies High Bond Yields Amid Surge in Spending The U.S. economy continues to expand despite borrowing costs reaching 5% bond yields, which appear out of control. Consumer spending and business activity are surging, defying typical economic correlations with… · GeoWire · 3

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