Ouch. The U.S. 30-year Treasury yield just hit 5% and bitcoin may pay the price
U.S. 30-year Treasury yields hit 5%, their highest since July 2025, pressuring bitcoin and risk assets as capital rotates toward safer bonds. Federal Reserve dissenters signaled resistance to rate cuts, while surging oil prices above $125 per barrel fuel inflation concerns. Bitcoin fell 2% to $75,670 as analysts warn rising yields create headwinds. India's Giottus CEO notes tighter financial conditions historically pressure crypto valuations.
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