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US yield curve twists expose Trump's and Bessent's rate dilemma

·Economic Times

The US yield curve is twisting in a way that creates a dilemma for the Trump administration, particularly for President Trump and Treasury Secretary Bessent. This means that the difference in interest rates between short-term and long-term bonds is becoming increasingly unstable. The surge in bond yields poses a challenge for the administration as they try to balance President Trump's call for lower interest rates with the need to manage inflation and stabilize the bond market. This situation has significant implications for the economy, as it can impact borrowing costs,…

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