borrowing

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Because Treasury yields set borrowing costs for everything from mortgages to student loans, their climb could slow growth.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 23, 2026

Treasury has attempted to limit its interest costs by twisting its borrowing toward short-term bills and away from intermediate- and long-term notes and bonds, which carry higher yields.

From Barron's • May 22, 2026

Higher interest rates make borrowing more expensive for everyday consumers, which helps cool down inflation by slowing spending.

From BBC • May 22, 2026

The Fed can control very short-term rates by changing its target for the fed-funds rate, which banks charge each other for borrowing overnight money.

From MarketWatch • May 22, 2026

Americans have loaded up on expensive toys largely by borrowing and charging.

From "Class Matters" by The New York Times