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[E6748] US 'True Interest Expense' (entitlements + Treasury spending) reached 100% of receipts in Q4 2023, only the second time in post-war history. Gromen states 'budget projections are totally ludicrous if market rates stay these levels; Federal finances are in enormous danger,' signaling a structural crisis in Treasury sustainability.
supporting · 2025-12-06
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[E6749] Long-term USTs increasingly trade like 'risk-on assets' rather than safe havens post-COVID, with yields rising when USD strengthens instead of falling. This behavioral regime change means Treasuries no longer function as traditional portfolio hedges, requiring Fed intervention as 'Powell is assets only hope.'
supporting · 2025-12-06
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[E6750] CRE-related banking stress could force banks to sell $4T+ in USTs/Agencies classified as 'High Quality Liquid Assets,' creating a potential cascade in Treasury markets. Jamie Dimon warned of a bond or currency market rebellion against US debt levels.
supporting · 2025-12-06
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[E6751] Treasury issuance composition is deliberately favoring T-Bills over coupons to manage interest expense. Yellen's surprisingly low Q2 2024 borrowing estimate of $202B reflects expectation that weaker USD will drive stock gains and boost tax receipts, with every 10% increase in receipts reducing issuance by ~$100B in Q1 and ~$140B in Q2.
supporting · 2025-12-06