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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...

Barchart · Aug 20

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 · Aug 20

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.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

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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.

Euronews · Aug 20

Pakistan seeks USD 10 billion US facility to bolster forex stability

Pakistan seeks a $10 billion US facility to bolster its foreign exchange reserves. This move aims to reassure international investors and stabilize the nation's currency. The government is negotiating with the US Treasury Department for this exchange stabilization support. Pakistan is currently implementing an IMF program and seeks market-based financing.…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Muthoot Finance, Manappuram, other gold financier stocks jump up to 4% as gold prices rise above Rs 1.58 lakh/10 grams

Shares of gold loan companies Muthoot Finance, Manappuram Finance and IIFL Finance rose as much as 4% as gold prices surged following the US Treasury’s decision to increase longer-dated bond buybacks. Rising gold prices can boost the value of collateral pledged against gold loans.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

US Stock Market: Treasury steps in to curb rising long-duration bond yields

The US Treasury has doubled planned buybacks of longer-dated bonds to at least $4 billion per operation, seeking to ease liquidity pressures after the 30-year Treasury yield hit its highest level since 2007. The move comes amid rising fiscal concerns, elevated borrowing costs and heightened geopolitical tensions.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

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Rupee rises 17 paise to 95.56 against US dollar in early trade

During early trading on Thursday, the rupee showed resilience, strengthening against the US dollar as a result of the US Treasury's unexpected announcement to increase bond buyback operations. This led to a decline in the dollar index to its lowest point since late May. Meanwhile, the dollar faced added pressure…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Gold rebounds above Rs 1.58 lakh/10 grams as US bond yields decline. What lies ahead?

Gold prices rose above Rs 1.58 lakh per 10 grams on the MCX as US Treasury yields fell and the dollar remained subdued following increased liquidity support. With geopolitical uncertainty, crude prices and upcoming US economic data in focus, analysts expect gold to remain volatile while long-term demand stays supportive.

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Global Market: Japan shares rally as US debt buybacks ease bond market concerns

Japan’s Nikkei rose 1% to 65,982.49 as falling global bond yields improved investor sentiment and revived risk appetite. U.S. Treasury plans to double long-duration debt buybacks helped ease borrowing-cost pressures. Gains broadened beyond AI and semiconductor stocks, led by Sumitomo Metal Mining, Sumitomo Pharma and Kansai Electric Power, while technology-related…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Global Market Today: Asian stocks rise after bond rally, dollar steady

Asian stocks advanced as the US Treasury announced debt buyback plans. This move eased pressure on the bond market and stabilized the dollar. South Korean shares surged, led by SK Hynix's buyback announcement. Global bonds had experienced a selloff due to inflation and debt concerns. Investors are also reviewing Federal…

The Economic Times · Aug 20

Stocks Finish Mixed as Bond Yields Fall and Chipmakers Slide

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) closed up by +0.21% on Wednesday, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) closed up by +0.22%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) closed down by -0.22%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) rose +0.20%, and September E-mini...

Barchart · Aug 19

Dollar Tumbles and Gold Prices Jump as US Treasury Boosts Liquidity

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 2.5-month low on Wednesday and finished down by -0.80%. The dollar retreated on Wednesday after the US Treasury boosted liquidity and announced plans to increase buybacks of long-dated bonds. Lower T-note yields on Wednesday also weakened the dollar‘s interest rate differentials. The...

Barchart · Aug 19

US Treasury to double long-dated debt buybacks to battle surging yields

The US Treasury will double its buyback operations for long-dated government debt. This move aims to provide liquidity and ease rising bond yields for investors. The increased buybacks will apply to securities maturing between ten and thirty years. This action follows a sharp bond selloff which pushed yields higher. The…

The Economic Times · Aug 19

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Evening Standard · Aug 19

Stocks climb as US Treasury acts to support bonds

Investors weighed broadly in-line inflation figures although core data surprised to the upside.

Barchart · Aug 19

Stocks Supported by Lower Bond Yields

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is up by +0.58% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.55%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is up by +0.07%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.61%, and September E-mini...

Barchart · Aug 19

Dollar Slumps and Gold Rallies as US Treasury Ramps Up Buybacks

The dollar index (DXY00 ) tumbled to a 2.5-month low today and is down by -0.76%. The dollar retreated today after the US Treasury boosted liquidity and announced plans to increase buybacks of long-dated bonds. Lower T-note yields today have also weakened the dollar‘s interest rate differentials. The US Treasury...

Barchart · Aug 19

Stocks Mixed on Lower Bond Yields and Chip Stock Weakness

The S&P 500 Index ($SPX ) (SPY ) is up by +0.33% today, the Dow Jones Industrial Average ($DOWI ) (DIA ) is up by +0.47%, and the Nasdaq 100 Index ($IUXX ) (QQQ ) is down by -0.33%. E-mini S&P futures (ESU26 ) are up +0.31%, and September E-mini...

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International Business Times UK · Aug 13

Trump Administration Wipes Beneficial Ownership Database in Permanent Removal of Anti-Corruption Safeguards

The US Treasury has permanently ended the rule requiring companies to disclose their beneficial owners, sparking debate between deregulation supporters and anti-corruption advocates.

Reason · Aug 7

Trump Says He Took Venezuela's Oil. Here's What Actually Happened.

Trump put Venezuelan revenues in a secretive bank account overseen by the U.S. government. It's a display of the Treasury's unaccountable power.

The Economic Times · Aug 5

Washington removes sanctions on Iraq's Fly Baghdad airline

The United States has lifted sanctions against Fly Baghdad airline. This action followed an administrative reconsideration process by the US Treasury. The airline demonstrated significant operational changes which warranted the removal of sanctions. However, sanctions remain in place against the company's previously identified owner. This decision does not signify a…

The Economic Times · Aug 4

US Stock Market: Treasury sees higher Q3 borrowing needs as cash flow outlook weakens

The US Treasury anticipates borrowing $739 billion in the third quarter. This borrowing estimate reflects lower cash flows and a stronger opening balance. For the fourth quarter, the department projects borrowing of $628 billion. The Treasury borrowed $190 billion in the second quarter, ending June with $919 billion. Investors await…

Benzinga · Aug 3

Scott Bessent Says America 'Delivers' for 'Trusted Partners' as US, Japan Confirm Joint Yen Intervention: Economist Says Goal Is to 'Buy Time'

The U.S. Treasury joined Japan’s Ministry of Finance in a coordinated yen-buying operation, with officials from both countries pledging to intervene again if disorderly market conditions continue.

France 24 · Aug 2

Trump says US backed Japanese yen in rare currency intervention

President Donald Trump said on Sunday the United States had intervened to support the Japanese yen, describing the move as a "signal of friendship" that would benefit both the US and global economy. The Financial Times reported Washington and Tokyo had jointly backed the yen for the first time in…

Bangkok Post · Jul 31

Thailand moves closer to currency watchlist removal

The Bank of Thailand is upbeat that the nation could be removed from the US Treasury's Monitoring List in the next review following improvement in the latest report.

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