Investors are increasingly reducing their holdings of U.S. Treasuries due to concerns about rising U.S. deficits and inflation risks, spurred by President Trump's tax cut and spending bill.
The Congressional Budget Office projects the plan will increase U.S. debt by $3.3 trillion. This has led to a shift towards European, Australian, and Singaporean bonds, with Germany's relatively stable debt-to-GDP ratio making it particularly attractive.
While some analysts suggest this is a diversification trend rather than a complete divestment, the move reflects growing unease about the U.S. fiscal situation and its potential impact on the global market.