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The Bond Market Is Flexing Its Muscles

Soaring interest rates have the power to alter the direction of the economy and command the attention of Washington, our columnist says.

By Jeff Sommer

The rapid rise in interest rates in recent months has shaken investors and cast a cloud over the economy.

By Joe Rennison

The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield has threatened to break above 5 percent for the first time in 16 years, rattling the markets.

By Joe Rennison

Back in 1994, bonds with fabulous yields were there for the taking. Our columnist doesn’t see treasures like that now, but there are solid buys.

By Jeff Sommer