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Business & Finance · October 22, 2026

‘AI is on trial’: Bond yields sink below 5% as investors look for safety

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In October 2026, U.S. Treasury yields experienced a significant decline, with the benchmark 10-year yield falling below 5% for the first time in several weeks. This shift reflects a 'flight to safety' as investors move capital out of volatile sectors. Market observers attribute the rotation to a combination of factors, including a sharp selloff in technology stocks—driven by skepticism over artificial intelligence spending—and geopolitical instability in Europe, specifically concerns surrounding the French government bond market.

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Reported by multiple outlets

  • The 10-year U.S. Treasury yield fell below the 5% threshold.
  • Investors are seeking U.S. Treasuries as a 'safe haven' or 'flight to quality'.
  • The market movement follows a selloff in technology stocks.

Reported by only some outlets

  • The 10-year yield reached 4.97% on Oct. 22 after falling 18 basis points.
  • The 30-year yield dropped to its lowest point since Sept. 30 (5.32%).
  • The 2-year yield fell to a five-week low of 4.68%.
  • French government bond turmoil is contributing to the global demand for U.S. Treasuries.
  • The tech selloff is linked to concerns over the return on investment for AI spending.

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