Bessent’s bond gambit aimed at calming markets is instead stirring inflation worries
Scott Bessent, Treasury Secretary, speaking a the CNBC Invest in America Forum in Washington, D.C. on April 15th,…
What’s behind the move higher in yields? Blame AI
Sovereign bond yields around the world are on the rise, with many on Wall Street pointing to rising…
5 things to know before the stock market opens Wednesday
1. Trash or treasure A television station broadcasts Kevin Warsh, chairman of the US Federal Reserve, speaking after…
5 things to know before the stock market opens Tuesday
This is CNBC’s Morning Squawk newsletter. Subscribe here to receive future editions in your inbox. Happy Tuesday. It looks like…
Bessent says U.S. could sanction China over AI model ‘theft’
Scott Bessent, US treasury secretary, during the 2026 Reagan National Economic Forum at the Ronald Reagan Presidential Library…
Treasury yields fall as traders weigh domestic outlook and fresh Middle East strikes
Treasury yields fell Friday as investors digested a raft of data releases indicating the U.S. economy continues to…
CBO: U.S. Treasury has borrowed $155 billion every month of this fiscal year
Despite concerns from debt hawks, the U.S. government is continuing to borrow at pace: For the fiscal year…
Elon Musk says AI may solve the debt crisis with productivity—but study suggests Treasury will pay
In the great debate over how to address the national debt crisis, optimists suggest that expanding the economy…
Social Security: Why some Washington lawmakers want to tax high earners
A person holds a sign reading “Save Our Social Security” during a rally against President Donald Trump’s tax…
Inflation is eroding cash returns. Here’s what to do
Witthaya Prasongsin | Moment | Getty Images With inflation jumping in May, sitting on your extra cash could…
Treasury yields rise amid renewed inflation fears ahead of key data
Treasury yields rose early Thursday after Iranian strikes on a U.S. military base earlier in the session prompted…
Fed to hike? When traders see a rate increase coming
The Federal Reserve logo is seen on the William McChesney Martin Jr. Building in Washington, Sept. 16, 2025.…