TREASURY

US Treasury Secretary Bessent calls for big changes at Fed

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has urged a thorough review of the Federal Reserve, questioning its interest rate authority. He criticized the Fed's policies for allegedly fueling inflation and benefiting the wealthy, advocating for a shift in focus towards its core mandate.

US bond market may be too sanguine about underlying fiscal, inflation risks

Some investors are worried about the United States bond market. They see risks from recent market moves. They are concerned about White House pressure on the Federal Reserve. This pressure is for interest rate cuts. Investors also worry about long-term fiscal risks. The bond market's health is a concern. Some think the market is underpricing risks.

US, EU plan to discuss new Russia sanctions: What could be next for Putin?

European officials will meet with US Treasury to talk about Russia. They will discuss new economic pressures, including sanctions. This follows talks between US and European leaders. President Trump is frustrated by the ongoing Russia-Ukraine war. He wants more pressure on Russia to end the conflict. Trump also urges Europe to cut Russian oil purchases.

Euro zone bond yields lag US Treasuries after US economic data

Euro zone government bond yields lagged behind U.S. Treasuries, which dropped sharply after data releases on Friday, sending the spread between German and U.S. borrowing costs to its lowest level since early April.

India bonds rise as fiscal worries ease, US peers up

Indian government bonds saw a slight increase. This is due to reduced worries about fiscal issues after tax changes. Also, higher U.S. Treasury yields boosted market confidence. The benchmark 10-year bond yield moved to 6.4814%. Market anticipates potential measures from the Reserve Bank of India. U.S.

Rupee rises 1 paisa to 88.11 against US dollar in early trade

The rupee slightly appreciated to 88.11 against the US dollar due to a weaker greenback and lower crude oil prices. However, persistent foreign institutional investor outflows limited further gains. Positive domestic equity market sentiment, with Sensex and Nifty rising, provided additional support to the rupee.

India government bonds set to gain on fiscal relief, lower US yields to aid

Indian government bonds are likely to increase. This is due to smaller revenue loss from tax cuts. It has eased concerns about fiscal slippage. Falling US Treasury yields are providing support. The benchmark 10-year bond yield is expected to trade in a specific range. The Goods and Services Tax rates were cut to boost consumption.

After cyberattacks, is China flooding America with drugs? US Treasury sanctions Guangzhou Tengyue and executives for Synthetic Opioid shipments

US authorities have sanctioned Guangzhou Tengyue Chemical Co. and its executives for allegedly supplying synthetic opioids to the United States, contributing to the opioid crisis. The company is accused of continuing operations despite prior indictments, selling dangerous substances like nitazenes and xylazine. These actions have prompted criminal indictments and financial sanctions, aiming to disrupt the international networks fueling the epidemic.

Ray Dalio predicts financial chaos — debt crisis looms under Trump 2.0

Ray Dalio predicts a US economic crisis. He cites rising debt and interest payments. Dalio believes Trump's policies worsen the problem. National debt is currently at $37.3 trillion. Interest payments exceed tariff revenues. Economists worry about Trump's proposed tax cuts. These cuts could add trillions to the national debt. Demand for US debt may not keep pace with supply.

US stock futures rebound as Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq surge on Alphabet, Apple rally, Macy’s jumps, Treasury yields rise, gold hits records

U.S. stock futures rebounded Wednesday as the S&P 500 and Nasdaq surged on Alphabet and Apple gains. Macy’s jumped on strong results, Dollar Tree slid, Treasury yields climbed toward 5%, and gold smashed records above $3,500.

Vietnam raises $3.8 mln in govt bond auction, lowest so far this year

Vietnam's State Treasury experienced a significant downturn in its weekly government bond auction, managing to raise a mere 100 billion dong ($3.8 million). This figure marks the lowest amount garnered this year, a sharp decline from the $16.5 million secured in the previous week. The demand also plummeted, with only 0.

Treasuries stabilize after debt-sale jitters and budget concerns rattle markets

Treasuries stabilized in Asian trading following corporate-debt sales and budget worries that impacted bonds and stocks. US 30-year bond yields remained near 5%, affecting tech shares, while Japan's ultra-long bonds also declined. Investors are navigating economic data, tariffs, Fed policy, and fiscal outlooks as the S&P 500 experiences minimal gains.

SBI raises $500 million via overseas bond sale

State Bank of India raised $500 million via bonds at the tightest pricing ever for an Indian entity, capitalizing on India’s recent credit rating upgrade. The issuance, 30 bps tighter than initial guidance, highlights strong global investor appetite.

These 9 banking stocks can give up to 32% returns in 1 year, according to analysts

When it comes to banking sector stocks, learn to deal with two opposite views on the street. Over the next few months, you will hear news of how bank margins have come under pressure. Ignore those headlines, Why? The fact is that, whenever the interest rate cycle turns down, there is a phase when banks see some margin compression. So it is a cyclical phenomenon, and does not change the macro story about why banks should be a part of your portfolio. And the macro story is that banks are the best play when it comes to the growth of the Indian economy.

Treasury chaos: 30-year yield soars past 4.97% as US faces tariff refund threat

Treasury yields moved higher as investors worried about the future of U.S. tariffs after a key court ruling. The 30-year yield crossed 4.97%, its highest in weeks, while global bond markets also saw a sharp rise. The case over Trump tariffs has now created fresh questions for Wall Street, government revenue, and market stability.

US stock futures in turmoil: Dow, S&P 500, Nasdaq drop as Trump tariffs ruled illegal, Treasury yields climb, Nvidia and AI stocks slide

U.S. stock futures sank Tuesday morning as investors returned from the Labor Day break to a storm of fresh risks — a federal court ruling most Trump-era tariffs illegal, Treasury yields climbing toward multi-month highs, and renewed pressure on Nvidia and AI chipmakers after reports Alibaba is building its own rival processor. The selloff put Dow, S&P 500, and Nasdaq futures firmly in the red, setting up a volatile week ahead of the August jobs report.

"All options on table" for sanctions: US Treasury Secy after Russia's massive attacks on Ukraine

Following intensified Russian airstrikes on Ukrainian cities, including a deadly attack on Kyiv, US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent indicated that Washington is considering all possible sanctions against Russia. Bessent condemned President Putin's actions as despicable, citing a failure to honor commitments made after recent engagements. The US administration is reevaluating its strategy in response to the increased bombing campaign.

‘Bad actors’: US Treasury chief Bessent slams India, China, Russia, calls SCO summit 'performative'

RBI to meet bond market this week to discuss second-half borrowing: Report

India's central bank will consult with bond market participants regarding government borrowing for the fiscal year's second half, amidst concerns about rising bond yields and potential treasury losses for banks. Discussions will include feedback on the October-March borrowing schedule and possible solutions to address current market conditions.

Gold surpasses U.S. Treasuries in central banks’ reserves for first time since 1996

Global central banks now hold more gold than U.S. Treasuries for the first time since 1996, with reserves exceeding $3.6 trillion amid record bullion buying. The shift reflects sanctions risks, U.S. debt concerns, and diversification needs, though the dollar remains dominant in global reserves.

Global debt inflows set to rise as India’s credit profile strengthens: LIC MF’s Pratik Shroff

India's sovereign rating upgrade is poised to attract stronger foreign capital inflows into its debt market, enhancing its risk profile and yield attractiveness. This shift could lead to broader inclusion in international bond indices, narrowing yield differentials with US Treasuries. Fixed income investors may benefit from increased demand for longer-duration sovereign bonds.

India opts for golden hedge, cuts treasury-bill share in forex kitty

The Reserve Bank of India increased gold reserves over US Treasury bills. This move aims to strengthen foreign exchange holdings. India's US T-bill investments decreased compared to last year. However, India remains a top investor, ahead of Saudi Arabia and Germany. This shift reflects a global trend of diversifying reserves beyond the dollar. China also reduced its US T-bill holdings.

US not eyeing stake in Nvidia, Treasury Secretary Bessent says

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said a US stake in Nvidia is unnecessary, as the chipmaker doesn’t need support. He noted other industries, like shipbuilding, might warrant investment. The administration recently took stakes in Intel and US Steel to secure strategic national interests.