Asian shares fall as US jobs data looms after Treasury yield hits 24-year high
Key takeaway
US Treasury yields hit a 24-year high, raising global discount rates and pressuring Asian equities.
- Step 1 · The triggerUS Treasury yields surge to a 24-year high, raising the global risk-free rate and discount rates.
- Step 2 · Knock-onHigher discount rates compress equity valuations, triggering a selloff in Asian shares and increased volatility in bond and currency markets.
- Step 3 · Reaches youUS SMEs with floating-rate debt or global exposure face tighter credit and more volatile demand, impacting financing costs and order stability.
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Source: CNBC TV18 (Markets)
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