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China cuts U.S. Treasuries to 18-year low, 30-year yield rises

China's U.S. Treasury holdings fell to $633.4 billion in June from $659.3 billion in May, while the 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.31%, the highest since June 2007.

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S. 31%, the highest since June 2007. S. policy, Beijing is diversifying its foreign exchange reserves.

S. 3 billion in May, marking their lowest level since September 2008. Other major Treasury holders, including Japan and the United Kingdom, also reduced their holdings. 6 billion.

S. 371 trillion in May. China dropped to the third-largest foreign holder in March last year, continuing a trend that began during President Donald Trump ’s first tenure. S.

debt, China has been steadily increasing its gold reserves, viewed as a safeguard against geopolitical and financial risks. 08 million troy ounces. This move by China is not sudden. S.

sovereign debt to levels unseen since the global financial crisis. This has intensified a historic fixed-income sell-off, pushing the 10-year Treasury yield towards the critical 5% threshold. S. S.

government debt. S. " Japan, the top foreign holder, reduced its stockpile by $48 billion to fund yen interventions. However, the most significant structural shift came from Beijing.

Late last month, Washington and Tokyo stepped in to support the Japanese yen, marking their first joint yen-buying intervention since 1998. S. S. Treasuries.

31% on Monday, its highest level since June 2007, as investors demanded greater compensation for long-term debt amid deficit and borrowing concerns. The iShares 20+ Year Treasury Bond ETF (NASDAQ: TLT ) also fell to its lowest level since June 2004. S. national debt is nearing $40 trillion, intensifying concerns over government borrowing, inflation and fiscal sustainability.

The July budget deficit hit a record $432 billion, adding to pressure on Treasury markets. Charlie Bilello, chief market strategist at investment firm Creative Planning, warned that the combination of rising debt and persistent government spending could keep borrowing costs elevated and create broader risks for the economy and financial markets. Disclaimer: This content was partially produced with the help of AI tools and was reviewed and published editors. Read Also: Top Economist Warns Trump’s Immigration Policies Are Hurting American Workers: ‘Only Reason Economy Isn’t in Complete Shambles Is…’ Photo courtesy: Shutterstock