{
  "id": 4643610,
  "title": "Why bonds are the most important market in the world",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/31/why-bonds-are-the-most-important-market-in-the-world",
  "topic": "finance",
  "section": "Finance & Markets",
  "published": "2026-08-31T11:15:26.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Axios",
    "slug": "axios",
    "url": "https://www.axios.com/2026/08/31/bonds-yields-wigglesworth-book"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The bond market has become increasingly intriguing in recent times, sparking concern among experts. The global bond market, valued at $160 trillion, plays a crucial role similar to the plumbing in a house. When it malfunctions, it can lead to significant issues. Long-term government bond yields for the U.S. and other G7 countries have risen, resembling levels from 2007 before the financial crisis. This has raised doubts about borrowing costs becoming more expensive for countries already burdened with heavy debt. The growth of the AI sector has also impacted the corporate bond market, fueling worries about a potential bubble. A forthcoming book, \"A Fabulous Debt: The Epic Story of How Bonds Built the Modern World,\" by Robin Wigglesworth, released on September 29, delves into the bond market's history. Wigglesworth highlights past financial crises linked to bond failures, including the U.S. Treasury market's near-collapse during the early days of the pandemic in 2020. He argues that while stocks are often seen as more glamorous, bonds are typically considered more boring. However, bonds are essential as they determine the cost of money for countries and the world. Wigglesworth expresses worry about the bond market, particularly the U.S. Treasury market, which he considers the most significant and liquid bond market. He emphasizes that the bond market is crucial for the overall economy, and any significant crash could have severe consequences.",
  "summary": "The bond market is growing more interesting lately — and that's concerning. Why it matters: The $160 trillion global bond market is like the plumbing in your house. You don't think about it until it stops working and you've got a nasty situation on your hands. The big picture: Long-term government bond yields for the U.S. and other G7 countries have been climbing — hovering at levels last seen in…",
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  "editors_take": null,
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  "coverage": {
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}