U.S. National Debt to Hit $40 Trillion, 30-Year Treasury Yields Spike to 2007 Highs
U.S. federal debt is nearing $40 trillion, while the 30-year Treasury yield has climbed to its highest level since 2007, underscoring mounting fiscal and market pressures. Treasury data put gross federal debt near $39.9 trillion on Aug. 17. Tariff refunds following the Supreme Court’s February ruling against tariffs imposed under the International Emergency Economic Powers Act have added to cash outflows, but they are not the driver of debt growth. Treasury figures show the government refunded $33.4 billion in tariffs in July, after returning $49.2 billion in June. Meanwhile, the 30-year Treasury yield reached 5.31% on Aug. 17, while an Aug. 13 auction produced a 5.216% yield. Reuters reported that investors continue buying Treasuries but are demanding higher returns amid inflation, fiscal and issuance concerns. Stocks fell Aug. 17 as yields rose, while oil prices and geopolitical tensions also contributed to market pressure. The Federal Reserve’s meeting minutes remain watched.
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August 18, 2026 Washington Post reported debt would cross $40T. https://www.edgen.tech/zh/news/post/30-year-treasury-yield-hits-5327-highest-since-2007
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