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Markets refocus on rate-hike risk after U.S. budget deficit jumps

The U.S. budget deficit rose to its highest monthly level in more than five years, renewing attention on how that could affect interest-rate expectations.

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CNBC World reports that markets are shifting focus after the U.S. budget deficit surged to its highest monthly level in more than five years.

The move comes as signs of potential interest rate hikes remain in focus, with investors weighing how the larger deficit could influence rate expectations.

The report frames the deficit as a key factor driving renewed attention to policy and interest rates, even as markets look for ways to look past the latest budget data.

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