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Indian bond yields rise for 10th week as crude and US yields climb

2026-10-23 · 1 source · Business Standard Economy & Policy

In short

Indian government bond yields rose for the 10th week in a row.

The report says higher crude prices and US yields hurt sentiment, and forex reserves fell $65 billion in six weeks. It does not give the exact yield moves or say when the market may calm down.

What the reporting says

Indian government bond yields rose for a tenth straight week as elevated crude prices and higher US yields weighed on sentiment. The report also says forex reserves fell $65 billion over six weeks, adding to pressure. It does not state the exact yield levels, the bond tenor involved, or whether the selloff has already reversed.

Why it matters

Indian government bond yields extended losses for a tenth straight week, with the report blaming elevated crude prices and rising US yields for weak sentiment. It also notes a $65 billion fall in forex reserves over six weeks, which may add to market caution. No specific maturity, yield percentage, or policy response is provided, so the duration and severity of the bond-market pressure remain unclear.

Touches: Economy, Markets, Commodities, Currency

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