U.S. treasury bonds fell as Chicago’s manufacturing index rose more than analysts had expected, overshadowing another indicator displaying lackluster economic growth.

At 11 a.m. EDT, the 10-year Treasury note was down $2.50 per $1,000 in face value, or 8/32 point, from its level at 5 p.m. Wednesday. Its yield, which moves in the opposite direction, rose to 4.91 percent from 4.87 percent.

The 30-year bond fell 14/32 point. Its yield rose to 5.03 percent from 5.01 percent.

The 2-year note fell 2/32 point. Its yield rose to 4.92 percent from 4.89 percent. Read more

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