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US Treasury yields surged as the FOMC under Kevin Warsh signaled potential rate hikes, completely reversing Wall Street's early-2026 rate-cut expectations.
US Treasury yields hit 5.1969% on May 19, 2026, reaching record highs. This surge impacts the comparative appeal of Brazilian fixed income.
FOMC minutes indicate Federal Reserve officials are divided on the inflationary impact of the ongoing war, leading to divergence in views on future monetary policy direction.
US national debt held by the public now exceeds the country's GDP, reaching $31.27 trillion. Gross debt surpasses $39 trillion, raising fiscal sustainability concerns.