What Bessent Is Really Doing in the Bond Market | Mike Green

Scott Bessent is making a major move in the U.S. Treasury market as long-term bond yields remain under pressure. Mike Green joins Maggie Lake to explain what Bessent is really trying to accomplish with expanded Treasury bond buybacks — and why he believes the deeper problem in the bond market is being widely misunderstood. Green breaks down the changing structure of the U.S. bond market, the growing influence of passive investing, and why traditional bond buyers are behaving differently than they have in the past. He explains why Treasury may have little choice but to act, why the debate over yield curve control may be missing the point, and how Federal Reserve interest-rate policy could actually be contributing to some of the inflation pressures policymakers are trying to fight. Plus, Green discusses the risks building beneath passive investing, what could trigger a broader market crisis, why many American households are moving closer to a financial breaking point, and how gold fits into an environment defined by declining trust in institutions. Topics: Scott Bessent, Treasury bonds, bond yields, Treasury buybacks, U.S. debt, yield curve control, Federal Reserve, interest rates, inflation, passive investing, stock market risk, gold, Mike Green, investing and portfolio strategy 💡 Mike Green explains why stress in the bond market may be about much more than U.S. debt — from changing Treasury buyers and passive flows to Federal Reserve policy and rising interest rates. Sign up for a free portfolio review with one of Wealthion’s trusted advisors to see whether your portfolio is positioned for what comes next: https://bit.ly/4yklWt6 📬 Want more from Mike Green? Follow his Substack, where he digs deeper into market structure, passive investing, Treasury policy, the Fed and the forces reshaping markets: https://substack.com/@michaelwgreen Chapters: 0:00 Mike Green: “This Is a Very Dangerous Wound” 0:22 Mike Green on the Bond Market and Scott Bessent 1:35 Why Long-Term Treasury Bonds Are Selling Off 4:23 Why Treasury Buybacks May Be Necessary 6:55 Mike Green Defends Bessent’s Bond-Market Strategy 9:22 Is the U.S. Heading Toward Yield Curve Control? 10:14 Could High Interest Rates Actually Fuel Inflation? 11:53 America’s Growing Loss of Trust 14:44 Why American Households Are Near a Breaking Point 22:09 Is the U.S. Treasury Market Really in Trouble? 23:40 How Passive Investing Is Distorting the Bond Market 27:05 U.S. Debt, Deficits and the Real Treasury Risk 29:46 Could a Market Crisis Force the Fed to Act? 31:29 Mike Green on the Hidden Risk of Passive Investing 39:44 Why Mike Green Says Passive Investing Could “End Very Badly” 43:00 The Overlooked Opportunity in 30-Year TIPS 49:07 Gold, Commodities and the “Negative Trust” Trade 52:59 Why Gold Could Break Out as Trust in the Fed Falls 56:05 Mike Green: Why He’s Both Bearish and Optimistic Connect with us online: Website: https://www.wealthion.com X: https://www.x.com/wealthion Instagram: Instagram: wealthionofficial LinkedIn: LinkedIn: wealthion #ScottBessent #BondMarket #TreasuryBonds #MikeGreen #FederalReserve #InterestRates #Inflation #YieldCurveControl #PassiveInvesting #Investing ________________________________________________________________________ IMPORTANT NOTE: The information, opinions, and insights expressed by our guests and our hosts do not necessarily reflect the views of Wealthion or the views of their respective employers. They are intended to provide a diverse perspective on the economy, investing, and other relevant topics to enrich your understanding of these complex fields. While we value and appreciate the insights shared by our esteemed guests and hosts, they are to be viewed as personal opinions and not as investment advice or recommendations from Wealthion or their respective employers. These opinions should not replace your own due diligence or the advice of a professional financial advisor. We strongly encourage all of our audience members to seek out the guidance of a financial advisor who can provide advice based on your individual circumstances and financial goals. Wealthion has a distinguished network of advisors who are available to guide you on your financial journey. However, should you choose to seek guidance elsewhere, we respect and support your decision to do so. The world of finance and investment is intricate and diverse. It's our mission at Wealthion to provide you with a variety of insights and perspectives to help you navigate it more effectively. We thank you for your understanding and your trust.