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Gold prices declined as geopolitical tensions in the Middle East and a global bond selloff increased market expectations for higher U.S.

Global bond yields reached multi-decade highs while oil prices surged due to Middle East tensions, which could increase borrowing costs and impact sectors dependent on low interest rates.

Oracle reported a cash outflow of $23.7 billion in its latest fiscal year and borrowed $43 billion to cover the shortfall, highlighting increased financing costs amid rising long-term Treasury yields.

Oracle reported a cash outflow of $23.7 billion in its latest fiscal year and borrowed $43 billion to cover the shortfall, highlighting increased financing costs amid rising long-term Treasury yields.

US equity indexes declined following a rise in Treasury yields and crude oil prices, which were driven by new military strikes on Iran.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent dismissed short-term volatility in the U.S.

Fortress Investment Group's Chief Strategist Elizabeth Burton stated that interest rates are still likely to rise further, citing inflation concerns driven by elevated oil prices and the need for a fiscal response to address underlying issues.

A private credit manager warns of a decade-long shakeout in private credit due to higher interest rates, which may expose weaker managers and drive a flight to quality.

Oil price increases led to a decline in both stocks and bonds as investors reassessed the likelihood of further Federal Reserve interest rate hikes due to inflation concerns.

Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr stated that the Fed may need to raise interest rates if inflation does not show sufficient cooling, emphasizing the risk of entrenched price pressures.

A bond selloff drove US yields to 2008 highs amid rising oil prices from attacks on supertankers in the Strait of Hormuz, fueling inflation concerns and expectations of higher central bank rates.

Evercore’s Krishna Guha stated that the Federal Reserve is currently prioritizing inflation control over other economic objectives, indicating a hawkish stance.