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As Treasury shells out $95 billion a month in interest to cover deficits, Trump pitches $1.3 trillion payout to voters if Republicans win midterms

For the past 11 months, the CBO reported yesterday, the U.S. Treasury has spent $1.05 trillion servicing national debt—approximately $95 billion every month.

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Dollar Recovers on Smaller Treasury Buyback and Higher T-Note Yields

The dollar index (DXY00 ) recovered from a 2.5-week low on Wednesday and finished up by +0.06%. The dollar found support on Wednesday after WTI crude oil surged +3 % to a 3.25-month high, boosting inflation expectations and potentially persuading the Fed to tighten monetary policy. Also, short covering emerged...

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Dollar Slips Before the Treasury’s Buyback Operation

The dollar index (DXY00 ) dropped to a 2.5-week low today and is down by -0.15%. The dollar is under pressure today ahead of an announcement from the US Treasury on the size of Thursday’s buyback of long-term US Treasuries, a bearish factor for the dollar. Also, strength in the...

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Why the rise in government debt is freaking out the bond market

Mortgage holders know interest rates have risen over the past year, as the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) lifted the cash rate to fight inflation. But mortgage holders are not alone: governments and business borrowers are facing the same pressure.

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Elon Musk Warns US Is '1,000%' Going to Go Bankrupt as National Debt Surges Past $40 Trillion

Elon Musk's claim that the US is '1,000%' heading for bankruptcy has resurfaced after national debt topped $40 trillion, sharpening debate over inflation, interest and the dollar's future.

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G20 finance chiefs gather in North Carolina with Iran sanctions and tariffs in focus

Finance ministers and central bank governors from the world's largest economies meet in Asheville, North Carolina, on Monday and Tuesday, hosted by a US administration that is simultaneously pressing allies to help isolate Iran financially and imposing tariffs on several of them.

Euronews

A Bearish-Dollar Options Surge Raises the Stakes for Warsh at Jackson Hole

Call option volume in the Invesco DB U.S. Dollar Index Bearish Fund (UDN) surged roughly 1,144%, as traders weigh the Treasury's expanded bond buybacks against the Fed's Jackson Hole policy stance.

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Warsh's first Jackson Hole: Bond yields, a Treasury rescue and sticky inflation

Federal Reserve Chair Kevin Warsh delivers his first Jackson Hole address on Friday with long-term borrowing costs elevated, inflation above target and the US Treasury already intervening in bond markets to do what monetary policy has not.

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China Challenges US Sanctions Threat Over Iran Oil as Risk of Wider Economic Conflict Grows

China has warned the US against expanded sanctions on Iran, highlighting Beijing's significant energy ties with Tehran and potential economic conflict between the world's largest economies.

International Business Times UK

What the new US sanctions on Iran mean for European businesses

The US has unveiled a sweeping expansion of secondary sanctions intended to sever Iran's remaining links to the global economy, warning that companies anywhere in the world that keep trading with Tehran risk losing access to the dollar system.

Euronews

Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance shares rally up to 11% in 4 days as gold crosses Rs 1.63 lakh

Gold loan stocks Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance and IIFL Finance gained sharply as gold prices climbed on a weaker dollar and liquidity support from the US Treasury. Investors are watching US inflation data and Fed signals at Jackson Hole. Rising gold prices and geopolitical tensions continue supporting demand for gold-backed…

The Economic Times

Dollar trading near multi-month lows, restrained by debt nerves

The dollar is facing significant weakness, hovering close to multi-month lows as market participants await crucial details on sanctions and upcoming policy speeches. Canada's dollar dipped following a halt in trade negotiations, along with imposing tariffs from both sides. In contrast, the euro and yen stabilized, and the Australian and…

The Economic Times

Dollar Ends Little Changed as Stocks Rally

The dollar index (DXY00 ) fell by -0.02% on Friday, holding just above Thursday’s 3.25-month low. Strength in stocks on Friday reduced demand for dollar liquidity. The dollar is still weighed down by negative carryover from Wednesday, when the US Treasury boosted liquidity and announced plans to increase buybacks of...

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Dollar Little Changed as Stocks Climb and Crude Oil Stabilizes

The dollar index (DXY00 ) is down by -0.03% today, holding just above Thursday’s 3.25-month low. Strength in stocks today has reduced demand for dollar liquidity. The dollar is still weighed down by negative carryover from Wednesday, when the US Treasury boosted liquidity and announced plans to increase buybacks of...

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US Treasury intervention gives Japanese bonds temporary relief as 3% yield looms

Japanese government bond yields received temporary relief after U.S. Treasury intervention, but analysts warn the 10-year JGB yield could surpass 3%. Persistent inflation, a weak yen, expansive fiscal policy, rising oil prices and expectations of Bank of Japan tightening continue to pressure Japanese debt markets, keeping borrowing costs elevated.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Eurozone bond yields edge lower after turbulent week in global debt markets

Eurozone bond yields eased Friday but remained set for weekly gains amid global bond-market stress, persistent inflation and fiscal concerns. Germany’s 10-year yield stood at 3.2445%. Rising oil prices and stronger ECB rate-hike expectations added pressure, with markets pricing over 90% odds of a September rate increase.

Euronews

Bessent vows bigger buybacks after bond yields erased the US Treasury's relief rally

Long-term US Treasury yields climbed back above where they stood before Wednesday's buyback announcement, wiping out the relief that move had briefly delivered, and prompting US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to signal that Washington is ready to intervene even more aggressively.

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Muthoot, Manappuram Finance shares jump up to 7% in 2 days as gold crosses Rs 1.6 lakh/10 gm

Gold loan stocks Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance and IIFL Finance gained up to 7% in two sessions as gold prices crossed Rs 1.6 lakh per 10 grams on the MCX. A weaker dollar and the US Treasury’s bond-buyback move supported gold prices, boosting sentiment around gold-backed lending companies.

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The Real Story Behind Bitcoin's Sudden Rally

A US Treasury debt buyback decision lowered long-term yields, sparking a cross-asset rally across gold, equities, and Bitcoin. Coupled with a historic $1.1 billion short squeeze, the surge reflects macro liquidity moves rather than crypto-native triggers, making ETF inflows crucial for long-term sustainability.

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Dollar Recovers Early Losses on US Economic Strength

The dollar index (DXY00 ) recovered from a 3-month low on Thursday and finished up +0.08%. Short covering emerged in the dollar on Thursday amid better-than-expected US economic news, including weekly jobless claims, the Aug Philadelphia Fed business outlook survey, and July leading indicators. Also, Thursday’s +2% jump in WTI...

Evening Standard

FTSE 100 drifts as miners offset JD Sports tumble

The FTSE 100 index closed up just 4.81 points at 10,748.16.

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Dollar Rebounds on Strong US Economic News

The dollar index (DXY00 ) recovered from a 3-month low today and is up +0.05%. Short covering emerged in the dollar today on better-than-expected US economic news, including weekly jobless claims, the Aug Philadelphia Fed business outlook survey, and July leading indicators. Also, today’s +2% jump in WTI crude oil...

The Economic Times

Global Market: European shares flat as oil prices offset bond market relief

European shares remained flat on Thursday as rising crude oil prices and inflation worries counteracted a recovery in global bond markets following US Treasury intervention. German bond yields hit 15-year highs while travel and mining stocks fell.

The Economic Times

Global Market: Eurozone bond yields ease as US Treasury moves to support long-dated debt

Eurozone government bond yields edged lower as markets took cues from the US Treasury’s decision to expand liquidity operations for longer-dated debt. German bond yields also declined, while investors continued to price elevated expectations for an ECB rate hike amid persistent inflation concerns.

Euronews

US debt tops $40 trillion as Treasury doubles bond buybacks to calm markets

The US Treasury moved on Wednesday to calm a bond market rattled by surging borrowing costs, doubling the size of its debt buybacks hours before separate figures confirmed that the national debt had climbed past $40 trillion (€34.4tn) for the first time.

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