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The Treasury's debt buyback, Walmart earnings, Boise's AI boom and more in Morning Squawk

CNBC's Morning Squawk reports that the U.S. Treasury announced a debt buyback program, Walmart released its quarterly earnings, and Boise, Idaho, is experiencing an AI boom, among other key investor updates. The Treasury's buyback aims to manage the federal debt, while Walmart's results reflect consumer spending trends. Boise's AI boom highlights the city's growing tech sector.

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The Treasury's debt buyback, Walmart earnings, Boise's AI boom and more in Morning Squawk
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