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Why government bond rates just hit a 15-year high
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Why government bond rates just hit a 15-year high

Australia's government bonds now pay over 5% interest, a 15-year record, because rising global debt forces governments and companies to offer higher rates to attract investors.

Why it mattersHigher bond rates mean governments have less money left for spending on services or tax cuts.

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