Global bond yields fall near their lowest levels for several years

Investors around the world on Tuesday pushed yields on government bonds near their lowest multi-year level, reflecting the growing concern over the slowdown in global economic growth.

Bond yields, which are falling with rising prices, have slipped in recent weeks due to a host of factors, including uncertain economic data, geopolitical tensions and signs of caution from the Federal Reserve. Although few people see an impending recession, many investors fear that economic growth will slow as the effects of Trump's tax cuts diminish, and companies cut back on their spending. ..