A U.S. court ruling striking down key Trump-era tariffs has triggered a sharp bond market selloff, sending the 30-year Treasury yield back above 5% and pushing the 10-year yield to 4.50%. The decision comes amid escalating tensions between Washington and Beijing across technology, education, and trade.
The U.S. Court of International Trade ruled Wednesday that former President Donald Trump overstepped his authority by imposing broad tariffs under emergency economic powers, declaring the measures illegal. While the ruling nullifies general 10% and reciprocal duties, sector-specific tariffs on goods like steel and autos remain intact. The administration has vowed to appeal.
The bond market reacted swiftly, with the 10-year yield climbing 10 basis points over two sessions—highlighting its sensitivity to policy shifts. Meanwhile, macro uncertainty persists. The U.S. has tightened tech restrictions on China, halting chip design sales, blocking exports of critical semiconductor software and jet-engine tech, and signaling visa revocations for Chinese students.
The Dollar Index (DXY) surged to 100 from 98 as investors sought safety in the greenback, while Bitcoin ($107,346) and gold held steady—suggesting markets are bracing for further geopolitical shocks.
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