A Wealth of Common Sense · 2 August 2026 · Industry Analysis

The Biggest Risk of Rising Bond Yields

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Rising long-term bond yields have pushed mortgage rates near 7%, creating a structural drag on housing demand. While government debt levels are concerning, the real economic risk lies in sustained high mortgage rates compressing affordability after a decade of rapid price and rate increases.

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Topics: Real Estate & Construction

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