Bond market takes a breather after surprise move by Treasury Department
- Posted on August 19, 2026
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Bond market takes a breather after surprise move by Treasury Department
The Treasury Department made a surprise move Wednesday after bond yields hit their highest level in decades, doubling its planned purchases of longer-term Treasuries and easing pressure on the market.