Shares of power producers fell as yield-seeking investors fled the dividend-oriented sector due to attractive returns on long-dated bonds.
30-year Treasury yield reached 19-year highs, prompting investors to exit dividend-heavy utilities for fixed income. Higher bond yields raise cost of capital across sectors and compress risk appetite for growth-stage investments.
Shares of power producers fell as yield-seeking investors fled the dividend-oriented sector due to attractive returns on long-dated bonds.
The yield on the 30-year Treasury bond closed at the highest level in 19 years, reflecting investor expectations that the Federal Reserve will delay rate increases.
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July 30, 2026 18:01 ET (22:01 GMT)
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