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Mortgage rates jump as tensions with Iran spook bond investors

US · 2026-07-09

Key takeaway

U.S.-Iran tensions spike bond yields, pushing mortgage rates higher.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerU.S.-Iran tensions trigger safe-haven bid, pushing 10Y UST yield up 10-15bp.
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onHigher UST yield passes through to UK gilt yields via rate cointegration, raising UK mortgage and SME loan costs.
  3. Step 3 · Reaches youUK homebuilders and construction SMEs face reduced demand as households defer purchases under higher financing costs.

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Source: MarketWatch

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