Greece Outside In: Greek bond yields surge as political uncertainty reigns

NEW YORK (MarketWatch) -- Yields on Greek government bonds jumped on Thursday as the beleaguered European nation attempts to tamp down political risks. The 10-year yield climbed 55 basis points, or more than half a percentage point, to 8.170%. Yields, which rise as prices fall, have been climbing over the past month as the anti-bailout Syriza party gains popularity, according to polls. Prime ...