U.S. budget deficit swells to almost $2 trillion for fiscal 2026, up 12% in a single year

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The widening U.S. deficit and record net interest payments increase the probability of sustained high long-term Treasury yields, creating headwinds for rate-sensitive sectors. The sharp swing from a surplus to a deficit in September suggests deteriorating fiscal momentum that may further pressure borrowing costs.

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U.S. budget deficit swells to almost $2 trillion for fiscal 2026, up 12% in a single year

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