WSJ What’s News WSJ What’s News

What's Next for Bonds?

Aug 21, 2026 · 11m

Summary

WSJ’s What’s News covers a volatile week in bond markets, with yields hitting multi-decade highs due to deficits and AI borrowing. The episode also discusses the White House considering private cyber firms to fight foreign criminals, Hyundai’s historic strike, and AI disrupting book publishing. Additionally, it details the Education Department’s move to strip the ABA’s law school accreditation authority.

Topics discussed

Intro: Viking ad and top headlines preview Bond market volatility and rising yields explained Global markets: Hyundai strike, Japan inflation, Ross Stores Preview: Private cyber force and AI in publishing Trump admin targets ABA law school accreditation White House proposes private cyber force against criminals AI chaos in book publishing and authorship concerns
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