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jpost.comTreasury Secretary Bessent Urges Congress to Pass Crypto Clarity Act
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated there will be no central bank digital currency and called on lawmakers to advance the Clarity Act to attract digital assets to the United States.
asiaone.comU.S. Treasury Sanctions Iran Strait Authority Over Hormuz Operations
The Treasury Department imposed sanctions on the Persian Gulf Strait Authority, the entity that manages Strait of Hormuz traffic. Officials said the authority participates in an Iranian scheme that violates U.S. sanctions and international law.
democracynow.orgU.S. Re-Adds U.N. Expert Albanese to Sanctions List
The United States restored sanctions on U.N. expert Francesca Albanese on May 27 after an appeals court stayed a lower court order. The Treasury Department posted the updated designation on its website.
yna.co.krU.S. Treasury re-lists UN official on sanctions list after court removal
The U.S. Treasury placed UN Special Rapporteur Francesca Albanese back on its sanctions list days after a federal judge ordered her removal. The move follows a court ruling that cited free speech concerns.
Washington ExaminerU.S. Treasury Sanctions Target Iranian Oil and Procurement Networks
The U.S. Treasury sanctioned more than 30 individuals, entities, and vessels tied to Iran’s illicit petroleum sales in February 2026. Additional designations in April and May targeted procurement networks in China, Hong Kong, and the Middle East.
forbes.comU.S. Stock and Bond Correlation Reaches Lowest Level Since 1999
The two-month correlation between U.S. equities and the 10-year Treasury yield fell to -0.70. The 30-day correlation also reached -0.68, the lowest in 27 years.
marketwatch.com30-Year Treasury Yields Rise to Highest Levels Since 2008
Yields on 30-year U.S. Treasury bonds have climbed to levels last seen during the 2008 financial crisis. Economist Chris Martenson stated that global oil supply has declined by 13 million barrels per day.
financialpost.comU.S. Treasury Secretary Pushes Global Action Against Iran Financial Networks
U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent called on European and Middle Eastern partners to tighten sanctions on Iran by targeting financiers and closing bank branches. The Treasury is also reviewing sanctions lists to address evasion tactics.
financialexpress.comU.S. Sells $30 Billion in 30-Year Bonds at 5.046% Yield
The Treasury Department auctioned 30-year bonds at a high yield of 5.046 percent Wednesday, up from 4.876 percent at the previous sale. The bid-to-cover ratio slipped to 2.30 from 2.39, while indirect bidders increased their share. When-issued trading had pointed to a yield of 5.…
al-monitor.comU.S. Treasury Issues Alert on IRGC Sanctions Evasion Tactics
FinCEN warned financial institutions on May 11 about Iranian Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps efforts to launder proceeds from illicit oil sales. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced new sanctions under the "Economic Fury" initiative while President Donald Trump described…
japantimes.co.jpU.S. Sells $39 Billion in 10-Year Notes at 4.468% Yield
The Treasury Department sold 10-year notes at a high yield of 4.468%, up from 4.282% at the previous auction. The bid-to-cover ratio slipped to 2.40 from 2.43, while direct bidders took a slightly larger share. When-issued trading had pointed to a yield of 4.464%.
sportsnet.caU.S. Sells $50 Billion in 52-Week Bills at 3.650% High Yield
The U.S. Treasury sold $50 billion of 52-week bills with a high yield of 3.650 percent. The bid-to-cover ratio reached 3.41 and 4.56 percent of bids were awarded at the high rate. The auction results provide a benchmark for short-term borrowing costs.
thehindu.comU.S. Sanctions Iraq’s Deputy Oil Minister and Iraqi Militia Figures Linked to Iran
The U.S. Treasury Department announced sanctions on May 7, 2026, against Iraq's deputy oil minister and senior figures tied to two Iran-aligned militias. Ali Maarij Al-Bahadly was accused of facilitating the diversion of Iraqi oil for the benefit of the Iranian regime and its pro…
rferl.orgU.S. Treasury Sets $125 Billion Quarterly Refunding With Unchanged Coupon Sizes
The U.S. Treasury will auction $58 billion in 3-year notes on May 11, 2026, $42 billion in 10-year notes on May 12 and $25 billion in 30-year bonds on May 13. The sales will raise $41.7 billion in new cash while refunding $83.3 billion in maturing debt.
naturalnews.comU.S. 3-Month and 6-Month Treasury Bill Auctions Yield 3.61% with Strong Demand
The U.S. Treasury conducted its latest 3-month and 6-month bill auctions, both achieving a high yield of 3.61%. The auctions sold a combined $166 billion amid bid-to-cover ratios indicating solid investor interest. These events occurred recently as of May 4, 2026.
BenzingaUAE and US Discuss Potential Currency Swap Line to Support Bilateral Trade
The United Arab Emirates is discussing a currency swap line with the United States to support trade and investment ties. UAE Trade Minister Thani Al Zeyoudi revealed the talks at an Abu Dhabi conference. Experts have urged rejection of the proposal, citing lack of financial distr…
insurancejournal.comU.S. Treasury Moves Forward with Bank Requirement to Verify Customer Citizenship
The U.S. Treasury is developing a plan requiring banks to collect and verify customers' citizenship information. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated the order is in process. Estimates indicate potential administrative costs of $2.6 billion to $5.6 billion and additional paper…
rferl.orgTreasury Official Departs After Privacy Dispute, Expected to Take OECD Role
A Treasury official has left his position following concerns over federal monitoring of payments. The departure involved a clash with the White House on privacy issues related to international transactions from the Minneapolis area. He is likely to move to a post at the OECD.
Fnweirkmnwperojvnu / Wikimedia (CC BY-SA 4.0)US 5-Year Note Auction Shows Lower Yield; Japan Jobless Rate Edges Up in March
The latest US 5-Year Treasury Note auction reported a high yield rate of 3.955%, down from the previous 3.980%. Japan's unemployment rate for March rose to 2.7%, exceeding estimates, while the job-to-applicant ratio fell slightly to 1.18. These indicators provide insights into cu…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. and UAE in Talks on Currency Swap Line
Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent disclosed discussions between the United States and the United Arab Emirates on a currency swap to address the UAE's liquidity issues. The crisis stems from the ongoing war with Iran, which has disrupted regional economies. Bessent noted similar r…
indiatoday.intoday.inUS Treasury Secretary Announces No Renewal of Iranian and Russian Oil Waivers
US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated that the United States will not renew waivers for purchasing Iranian and Russian oil products at sea. This decision comes amid the US-Israeli war in Iran and the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, impacting global energy markets. Bessent c…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUS Treasury Secretary Bessent Proposes Expanding Currency Swap Lines to More Countries
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent posted on social media about expanding currency swap lines to additional countries. He stated this approach would strengthen dollar dominance. The post was made on Friday, according to reports.
thehindubusinessline.comIran War Drives Up Plastic and Condom Prices Amid Broader Economic Disruptions
The ongoing war with Iran has led to supply chain disruptions, causing sharp increases in prices for plastics and related products worldwide. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent defended sanctions relief extensions and highlighted crypto's role in payments, while other officials add…
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewUAE Central Bank Chief Proposes Currency Swap Arrangement with U.S. Treasury
The chief of the UAE Central Bank proposed a currency swap arrangement to U.S. Treasury representatives during talks in Washington last week. The proposal aimed at enhancing financial cooperation, according to reports. No details on the outcomes of the discussions were provided.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewU.S. Treasury Renews License for Ship-to-Ship Russian Oil Transfers Until May 16
The U.S. Treasury renewed a license allowing temporary sales of Russian oil at sea, reversing an earlier decision not to extend it. The move aims to ease shortages linked to the Iran war. Indian refiners purchased Iranian crude under a separate one-month U.S. waiver, settling dea…