National debt: CBO reports October deficit of $409 billion
The fiscal year of 2027 is not off to a great start for the U.S. Treasury’s pocket book.…
Why cost-of-living concerns are up-ending global politics
Two countries, two elections, two very different results. But the political upheaval in both was driven by the…
Economists see ‘pretty big foreshadowing’ in France protests as national debt hits $40 trillion
When U.S. markets watched as Paris metaphorically imploded just weeks ago, the consensus reaction was: “Let’s not do…
CBO: National debt interest payments will total $20 trillion between 2026, 2036
As the largest economy on earth, the U.S. government can afford to borrow staggering amounts of money without…
Mortgage rates above 7% are the ‘new normal’—here’s why
Everyone seems to agree that mortgage rates above 7% are the new “normal.” The phrase keeps popping up…
Stock market today: Live updates
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange in New York City, U.S., Sept. 29,…
Treasury yields fall ahead of jobs data amid Mideast tensions
Traders work on the floor at the New York Stock Exchange, Jan. 20, 2026. Michael Nagle | Bloomberg…
U.S. Treasury yields may be poised for a breakout with Fed meeting as catalyst, says BMO
U.S. Treasury yields could be poised for a breakout after weeks of trading within a narrow range, with…
Australia has delayed economic reform and now a crisis is looming
Procrastination. As your correspondent can attest, it’s an easy trap to fall into. Prioritise another task to avoid…
Retirees can take these steps to shore up income as yields rise
A runup in Treasury yields lately has retirees facing price declines from their bonds as well as in…
IMF warns bond yields could see a ‘disorderly’ spike as debt, inflation risks worsen
Traders work on the floor of the American Stock Exchange (AMEX) at the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE)…
Treasury yields ‘really, really high’ but can fall soon: Bessent advisor
U.S. Treasury yields are likely to cool off after a surge to multidecade highs that alarmed bond traders…