Bessent's bond gambit aimed at calming markets is instead stirring inflation worries

The so-called breakeven rate hit its highest levels in more than two months.

# Bessent's bond gambit aimed at calming markets is instead stirring inflation worries The so-called breakeven rate hit its highest levels in more than two months. **Read the full article:** [CNBC](https://www.cnbc.com/2026/08/21/bessents-bond-gambit-aimed-at-calming-markets-is-instead-stirring-inflation-worries-.html) *This article was originally published by CNBC. MoneyWiseInc provides expert curation of the best financial content from trusted sources.*