# Short Squeeze in U.S. Long Bonds Shows ‘Bessent Put’ at Work

https://mins.news/en/item/32484

- Bloomberg News, 2026-08-26 01:30 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.bloomberg.com/news/articles/2026-08-25/short-squeeze-in-us-swaps-options-shows-bessent-put-at-work?link_source=ta_bluesky_link&taid=6a8e41a78f08580001b66b23

> Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent’s surprise proposal to expand bond buybacks in an effort to lower U.S. borrowing costs has sparked debate over how effective it will ultimately be. But key market indicators and positioning suggest the plan is already having an impact.

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