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Can the US Successfully Battle Rising Borrowing Costs?

Bloomberg Markets Thursday 20 August 2026, 05:17 UTC 1 min read
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is doubling down on long-term bond buybacks to head off surging yields. Financial analysts weigh in on whether the strategy can really tame borrowing rates for the long-term.

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is doubling down on long-term bond buybacks to head off surging yields. Financial analysts weigh in on whether the strategy can really tame borrowing rates for the long-term. (Source: Bloomberg)
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