CITI WARNS OF RATE-DRIVEN VOLATILITY RISK Citigroup flags a potential “volatility event” if long-term U.S. yields rise further. The 10-year Treasury recently hit 4.31% amid trade fears but eased to 4.22% after tariff tensions cooled. Citi warns higher yields could pressure equities via deficit concerns, citing risks from pending Supreme Court tariff decisions and possible fiscal stimulus. Stocks were largely flat as markets brace for major earnings and the first 2026 Fed meeting.(*Walter Bloomberg)