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Yields Rise and Oil Jump on Middle East Tensions; PMI Data Ahead

Jul 23, 2026, 8:46 AM EDT1 sourcesAI-analyzed

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Rising yields compress equity valuations by increasing discount rates; concurrent oil gains raise inflation concerns and can damp risk appetite, particularly for rate-sensitive names within the S&P 500. Positive labor data tempered risk appetite, but the net effect remains downward pressure on broad index levels in the near term.

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U.S. Treasuries sold off, lifting yields as oil rebounded near $100 per barrel amid Middle East tensions. The 10-year reached 4.707%, with the 2-year at 4.343% and the 30-year around 5.188%. Jobless claims surprised to the low side (187k) versus 212k expected, while investors await the S&P Global Flash PMI for clues on growth.

10-year yield at 4.707%, up 5 bps.
2-year yield 4.343%, up over 4 bps.
Brent above $99 and WTI above $90 amid tensions.
Jobless claims 187k vs 212k expected; PMI Friday.

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