China-US yield disparity hits record amid global bond rout

MarketsSlow growth and weak consumer demand stokes Chinese government bond rallyAs investors worry about U.S. Treasurys, some are moving into low-yielding Chinese government bonds, which are looking more attractive partly due to the strengthening of China's currency. © ReutersLORRETTA CHENSeptember 4, 2026 13:48 JSTHONG KONG -- The yield difference between Chinese government bonds and U.S. Treasurys has widened to historic levels, cementing a divergence between two of the world's largest bond markets.