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2026.08.2015:30:00UTC+00Yield on U.S. 8-Week Bill Slips Slightly to 3.655% at Latest Auction

The yield on the U.S. 8-week Treasury bill edged down at the latest auction, with the rate settling at 3.655%, compared with 3.665% at the previous sale. The updated data, as of 20 August 2026, indicate a marginal softening in short-term borrowing costs for the U.S. government.

The small decline suggests only a modest shift in demand dynamics for very short-dated U.S. debt, with investors accepting slightly lower compensation to hold 8-week bills. While the move is minimal, such changes are closely watched by market participants as they can signal evolving expectations around short-term funding conditions and near-term monetary policy.

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