According to The Kobeissi Letter, despite the announcement of a US-China trade deal and a 90-day pause on tariffs, the 10-year Treasury yield is approaching 4.50% even as inflation data trends downward (source: @KobeissiLetter, May 11, 2025). Persistent high yields signal that interest rates remain elevated, which continues to pressure both traditional markets and cryptocurrencies. Crypto traders should monitor bond yields closely, as sustained high rates can reduce risk appetite and liquidity in digital asset markets. The expectation for rate cuts remains unmet, increasing volatility and downside risk across crypto assets.