https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/edgy-bond-investors-unconsoled-by-bessent-s-big-buybackContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/edgy-bond-investors-unconsoled-by-bessent-s-big-buybackhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/edgy-bond-investors-unconsoled-by-bessent-s-big-buyback#u70103Wed, 16 Sep 2026 09:45:32 +0000The 10-year Treasury yield hovered around 5% on Tuesday and neared the key psychological level ahead of a Federal Reserve policy decision. Bond investors remained unconsoled by a recent $6 billion buyback plan introduced by Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, which resulted in yields rising across 10-year, 20-year, and 30-year bonds after the Treasury accepted less than expected during the operation. Bessent defended the intervention on Tuesday, calling it successful and reiterating that he maintains the tools to take further action and stabilize the bond market.Why it mattersRising bond yields https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/edgy-bond-investors-unconsoled-by-bessent-s-big-buybackhttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/edgy-bond-investors-unconsoled-by-bessent-s-big-buyback#u65710Sat, 12 Sep 2026 02:31:52 +0000The 10-year Treasury yield has climbed to its highest level since 2023, as bond investors rebuff a $6 billion buyback plan introduced by Bessent. Despite the Treasury's effort to lower borrowing costs, bonds sold off after the Treasury took less than expected during the operation. Bessent has dismissed concerns regarding the buyback, asserting that Treasuries remain strong. The market reaction suggests that the scale of the intervention failed to stabilize investor confidence or lower yields as intended.Why it mattersThe Treasury uses buybacks to manage debt and reduce the cost of borrowi