Global bond yields fell on Thursday following a statement from a Federal Reserve board member. Christopher Waller indicated he would support holding interest rates steady under certain economic conditions. His comments suggested a willingness to maintain current rates if progress is made toward a specific goal.

Further details about Waller's statement are available from the source. It is known that he mentioned a 2 percent goal, and that his comments led to a decrease in bond yields worldwide.

The source provides more information about the context and implications of Waller's statement, which may be of interest to those looking for a more detailed understanding of the situation.