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US Treasury's Bessent faces G20 diplomacy test amid tariffs, Iran war, bond turmoil

US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent will push G20 economies to reduce trade imbalances, boost growth and cut ties with Iran at meetings in North Carolina. The talks come amid tariff tensions, high energy prices and growing concerns over US debt, which recently crossed $40 trillion.

The Economic Times

20 economies, 2 days and Trump’s G20 agenda — including Iran ties

The US Treasury plans to address global trade imbalances and boost economic growth. Secretary Bessent will urge major economies to cut remaining ties with Iran. He will also discuss sovereign debt and US borrowing costs with counterparts. Washington seeks international compliance with its Iran sanctions campaign. This meeting aims to…

The Economic Times

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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This ETF Could Be the Trade of the Year If Long-Term Rates Drop

As a guy who looks at charts almost daily, I can’t help but notice when major trend reversals start shaping up. I think I see one, and this ETF should be on your watch list.

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S&P Futures Muted With Focus on U.S. PCE Inflation Data and Nvidia Earnings

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are down -0.07% this morning as investors refrain from making big bets ahead of Nvidia’s earnings and the July reading of the Federal Reserve’s preferred inflation gauge.

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Two Top Banks Say The Treasury's Strategy To Buy Back Bonds Won't Bring Down Yields

"We think the buybacks themselves are unlikely to meaningfully reset rate levels even if scaled up," said Goldman Sachs strategists.

International Business Times

Stock Index Futures Climb as Chipmakers Rebound and Bond Yields Fall, U.S. Economic Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.47%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.94% this morning as chipmakers rebounded, with lower bond yields providing additional support after oil prices extended declines.

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Global Market: Japanese bond yields edge higher as US Treasury yields, oil prices rise

Japanese government bond yields edged higher on Tuesday, tracking a rise in US Treasury yields and recovering oil prices. Investors remained cautious ahead of key comments from Bank of Japan Deputy Governor Ryozo Himino and Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, with markets seeking clues on the outlook for interest rates…

The Economic Times

D-Street braces for weak opening on negative GIFT Nifty cues

Domestic equities closed mixed on Monday as the Nifty saw a slight decline. Global cues and geopolitical tensions are expected to keep Indian markets subdued. The US Treasury's bond buyback program weakened the dollar and supported precious metals. Foreign portfolio investors were net sellers, while domestic institutional investors bought shares.…

The Economic Times

The Treasury Could Reportedly Dip Into The Massive Treasury General Account To Fund Bond Buybacks

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced last week the doubling of bond buybacks, but concerns returned quickly.

International Business Times

U.S. Treasurys Are Losing Reliable Buyers. Foreign Governments Retreat From American Debt.

Official foreign institutions now hold about 12% of outstanding U.S. Treasury securities, down from roughly 40%.

International Business Times

Bitcoin surges 22% in a week, climbs to nearly $78K as US Treasury bond-buying plan boosts sentiment

Bitcoin surged nearly 22% over the past week, trading near $78,000 on Monday, as the US Treasury’s bond-buying plan boosted market sentiment. Bitcoin was last at $76,896. Ethereum gained 1.37% over 24 hours, while Bitcoin rose 0.90%. Among major altcoins, BNB, Solana, Tron and Cardano advanced up to 0.90%, while…

The Economic Times

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

New Fed chair faces critical test at Jackson Hole as inflation fears mount

Investors will hope Kevin Warsh offers ‘comfort blanket’ at annual meeting of central banks amid bond market anxiety

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US Stock Market: Nvidia earnings, Jackson Hole to test strength of AI-led stock rally

Nvidia’s earnings and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh’s Jackson Hole debut are poised to test the AI-driven stock rally. Rising Treasury yields, inflation concerns and shifting rate expectations have increased market uncertainty, while investors await Nvidia’s outlook on AI infrastructure demand and fresh economic data for clues on monetary policy.

The Economic Times

Iran says new sanctions threatened by 'desperate' US will fail

Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi has dismissed threatened US sanctions as a sign of desperation, insisting they will fail to defeat Tehran. The warning comes as the Strait of Hormuz remains effectively blocked, disrupting oil shipments and raising prices. Pakistan Army chief Asim Munir is also due to visit Tehran.

Fortune

The Treasury's recent moves in the bond and currency markets add up to 'soft-form financial repression' to lower debt costs, economist warns

“If the market price of USTs is not ‘allowed‘ to adjust down, the foreign exchange price of UST owned by foreign investors has to adjust via a weakening in the dollar.”

The Independent UK

Why did ministers, civil servants and lawyers tolerate the inhumanity of IPP jail terms for so long?

THE INDEPENDENT VIEW: Editorial: Prisoners trapped on indefinite sentences have been treated beyond disgracefully. There must now be some accountability from those who allowed the injustice of IPP jail terms

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The Economic Times

Gold rallies to 3-month high on weaker dollar, bullish technicals

Gold prices soared to a three-month high on Friday, marking its third consecutive weekly increase. This rally was driven by a softer U.S. dollar influenced by Treasury buyback strategies. Analysts identify the surge as a bullish signal after a notable break above significant moving averages. Investors are increasingly attracted to…

Euronews

Bitcoin surges over 25% as shorts get squeezed and Washington leans into crypto

Bitcoin has stormed back from a months-long downtrend, tearing through $79,500 on Friday as a wave of short covering collided with a US Treasury liquidity push and a fresh White House embrace of the crypto industry.

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Stock Index Futures Climb as Bond Yields Stabilize, U.S. PMI Data in Focus

September S&P 500 E-Mini futures (ESU26) are up +0.33%, and September Nasdaq 100 E-Mini futures (NQU26) are up +0.62% this morning, signaling a rebound from yesterday’s selloff on Wall Street as bond yields showed tentative signs of stabilization.

The Economic Times

Global Market: European shares little changed as bond yields rise and gulf tensions lift oil

European shares were little changed on Friday, with the STOXX 600 heading for a second straight weekly decline as rising bond yields and higher oil prices weighed on sentiment. Renewed Gulf tensions pushed Brent crude to a one-month high, reviving inflation concerns and complicating the outlook for global monetary policy.

The Economic Times

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.

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.

The Economic Times

US Treasury bond buybacks spark fresh fears over dollar weakness

The US Treasury’s expanded bond-buyback programme has raised concerns that efforts to contain long-term borrowing costs could pressure the dollar. Rising yields, fiscal deficits and heavy debt issuance are intensifying market scrutiny. While some investors see echoes of earlier interventions, others view the move as limited. The policy’s longer-term currency…

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