Fed official says demand for US Treasury debt stays strong despite rising borrowing

Published on 8 May 2026

Global investors still treating US debt as shelter

New York Fed President John Williams said global demand for U.S. Treasury debt remains strong even as federal borrowing rises. He attributed the resilience to ongoing confidence in the U.S. economy and the reliability of Treasuries as a safe, liquid investment, especially as geopolitical risks continue to cloud investor sentiment.

John Williams says Treasury demand remains robust
High borrowing has not dented investor appetite yet
Global confidence in the US underpins the demand
Geopolitical uncertainty is boosting Treasuries as safe assets

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Fed official says demand for US Treasury debt stays strong despite rising borrowing

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