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Let’s Talk Bonds. Treasury Bonds.

The Journal.

The Wall Street Journal & Spotify Studios

August 21, 2026

Show Notes

The swings in the bond market this week had Wall Street scrambling. After bond yields hit a historic high the U.S. Treasury made a surprise announcement: it’s doubling the amount of long term debt it’s buying back. WSJ’s Greg Ip breaks it all down for us, explaining how bonds work, why yields have been on the rise and why we should all pay attention. Jessica Mendoza hosts.

Further Listening:


- TariffsAre Back. What’s Changed?

- The Dollar Is Weaker. Is That a Good Thing?

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Let’s Talk Bonds. Treasury Bonds. — Podcst