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Briefing: Iran war sends US borrowing costs soaring by most since 2024
Strategic angle: Treasury yields jump in March as investors fret Middle East crisis will ignite fresh burst of inflation
editorial-staff
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Updated 17 days ago
As of March 24, 2026, US Treasury yields have surged, marking the steepest rise since 2024. This uptick reflects investor anxiety over potential inflationary pressures linked to the ongoing war in Iran.
The increase in borrowing costs may have implications for infrastructure financing, as higher yields could lead to elevated costs for government and private sector projects reliant on debt.
Market participants are closely monitoring the situation, as the potential for sustained inflation could affect capital allocation decisions across various sectors.