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IMF warns U.S. debt surge erodes Treasuries safe haven status, pressures global bond markets

April 16, 2026·Economy Middle EastPolicy

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GCC CONTEXT

Rising U.S. debt levels risk diminishing Treasury securities' traditional safe-haven appeal, potentially triggering broader volatility in global fixed-income markets where Gulf investors maintain significant holdings. GCC portfolios exposed to dollar-denominated bonds and currencies may face increased volatility and yield pressure if capital flows shift away from U.S. debt toward alternative assets. Central banks and sovereign wealth funds across the region should reassess duration and diversification strategies within their international bond allocations.

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