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Prediction market traders doubtful Bessent’s bond interventions will push yields lower

Monday, August 24, 2026


Prediction market traders are pricing in higher U.S. Treasury yields by year-end 2026, according to market pricing data. Treasury Secretary Russell Bessent has undertaken bond market interventions in recent weeks. The traders surveyed by prediction markets continue to forecast yields will reach new highs during 2026 and close the year at elevated levels compared to current trading ranges.

Original reporting: https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/24/prediction-market-traders-skeptical-bessent-will-send-yields-lower.html

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