Keywords: U.S. Treasury


Global bond yields retreat as Iran war inflation fears ease

Government bond yields across major global markets declined on Thursday as falling oil prices eased concerns that the conflict involving Iran could trigger a fresh wave of inflation. The retreat followed a sharp sell-off on Wednesday, when bond yields in several major economies climbed to their highest......

G20: Washington Aims to Rally Partners Behind Its Strategy Against Iran

The United States intends to place Iran at the center of its discussions with major global economic powers. As a G20 meeting approaches in Asheville, North Carolina, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is expected to engage in multiple exchanges with his counterparts to strengthen international pressure......

U.S. Treasury holdings diverge among major economies and Arab investors

Holdings of U.S. Treasury securities changed in different directions among major foreign investors in June 2026, with Japan, the United Kingdom and China reducing their positions while Saudi Arabia increased its holdings. The latest figures also show a contrasting trend between Saudi Arabia and the United......

U.S. prepares 30-year Treasury bond sale at highest yield in a quarter century

The U.S. Treasury is preparing to auction $25 billion in 30-year government bonds, with the sale expected to highlight the rising cost of long-term borrowing for the federal government amid persistent inflation concerns and elevated bond yields. The auction is scheduled for Thursday, with market indicators......

U.S. Treasury removes 84 names from sanctions lists in bid to streamline enforcement

The U.S. Treasury Department has removed 84 individuals and entities from its sanctions lists as part of a broader effort to modernize the programs and reduce unnecessary compliance burdens on financial institutions. The latest round of removals follows a comprehensive review launched by Treasury Secretary......

Trump Accounts program aims to encourage long-term investing for American children

The United States has introduced the Trump Accounts program, a new federal investment initiative designed to help children begin building long-term financial assets from an early age. The program seeks to promote financial literacy, encourage saving habits, and provide families with a structured way......

BNY Mellon named financial agent for new Trump accounts program

The U.S. Treasury Department announced that the Bank of New York Mellon (BNY Mellon) has been selected as a financial agent to support the rollout of the new Trump Accounts program. BNY Mellon will assist in developing the Trump Accounts application and manage the initial accounts, while Robinhood will......

US expands Venezuela sanctions waivers amid rising energy and fertilizer prices

The United States Department of the Treasury has expanded sanctions waivers related to Venezuela in an effort to address sharp increases in oil and fertilizer prices that have occurred in recent months. The updated waivers were issued on Friday and are intended to ease restrictions on investments and......

U.S. Treasury labels yuan largely undervalued, warns China

The U.S. Treasury labeled China's yuan "largely undervalued" on Thursday and urged Beijing to let it appreciate, toughening its tone in the semiannual currency report while stopping short of naming China a currency manipulator. The assessment cites China's "extremely large and......