09/02/2026
America’s debt has crossed $40 trillion.
But the size of the debt is only half the story.
The other question is: Who keeps buying it?
The U.S. depends on buyers showing up for Treasury debt. When demand isn’t strong enough, yields may have to rise to attract buyers—which can mean higher borrowing costs and more pressure across the financial system.
And on September 9, the Treasury is set to increase the size of certain long-term bond buybacks.
For retirees, this isn’t just a Washington story. What happens in the Treasury market can ripple into interest rates, the dollar, inflation, and the purchasing power of the money you’ve spent decades saving.
September 9 deserves your attention.
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