The world's largest economies have become more reliant on their national debt — and that might threaten global growth.

Global debt has surged to about 310% of world GDP, according to a report from the Institute of International Finance.

The cost of borrowing is already choking crucial public spending in many developing economies. Now it’s raising broader ...

Rearmament, an aging population, technological change and fear of voters are fueling a risky trend.

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Economists have long warned that US government debt is on an unsustainable upward path. A key question: Will the US Treasury market start to feel the heat, too? Read more ...

As we enter 2026, there is no better time to review our finances. With the national debt surpassing $38 trillion, here are ...

LONDON (Reuters) -Global debt hit a record high of $337.7 trillion at the end of the second quarter, driven by easing global financial conditions, a softer U.S. dollar and a more accommodative stance ...

Global debt crisis is entering a dangerous phase as major economies carry heavier burdens than ever before. Debt-to-GDP ratios in Japan, the United States, China, and the European Monetary Union have ...

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WASHINGTON (Reuters) -Top U.S. and Chinese officials joined a meeting on Wednesday of the Global Sovereign Debt Roundtable, where a key topic was the lack of transparency about commercial bank loans ...