US Opens FY2027 with Record $404B October Deficit on Revenue Drop, Spending Rise

The US recorded a $404 billion budget deficit for October 2026, the largest on record for that month, driven by declining revenues and higher government spending. This marks a continuation of fiscal deterioration, with the deficit widening from prior-year levels. The data signals persistent fiscal pressure, which could influence Treasury supply expectations and long-term rate dynamics.

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