Trump’s economic adviser on debt downgrade: ‘Moody’s can make its own choices’
On Monday, a key economic adviser to Trump dismissed the recent downgrade of the US credit rating by Moody’s, maintaining that he still considers the US economy to be rated triple-A. In a discussion on Fox Business Network’s “Mornings with Maria,” Kevin Hassett, who leads the White House National Economic Council, was asked by host […]
Concerns about the rising US government debt shake markets
US Federal Debt Loses Triple-A Credit Rating On Monday, news broke that the US federal government’s rapidly increasing debt has lost its final triple-A credit rating, raising fresh concerns for a market that is already quite volatile. Long-term borrowing costs are climbing, and stock values are struggling. Moody’s, a credit rating agency, downgraded the US […]
Government expenditures increase debt to unmanageable levels even with record income.
The U.S. is grappling with a significant debt issue, a concern widely acknowledged by various credible sources, including the Treasury Department and the Federal Reserve. The national debt stands at over 120% of GDP, significantly surpassing what many experts deem sustainable. Deficits are soaring, reaching levels typically associated with wartime—about double the historical average relative […]
Stock futures fall after U.S. debt downgrade raises concerns about deficit risk: Live updates
Stock Futures Decline Following Credit Rating Downgrade On Sunday night, stock futures dropped as investors reacted to Moody’s recent downgrade of the US credit rating. Futures linked to the Dow Jones industrial average fell by 292 points, approximately 0.7%. Similarly, S&P 500 futures retreated by 0.7%, and Nasdaq 100 futures declined by 0.8%. Moody’s lowered […]
Chick-fil-A operators have assisted 177 employees in graduating from college without debt.
Chick-fil-A Employees Graduate Debt-Free Through Unique Program Some employees at Chick-fil-A have celebrated graduating from debt-free universities, thanks to a unique partnership formed between independent Chick-fil-A operators, Point University, and Ficus Education. This year, 177 employees earned their degrees while working at various locations across the country, which was reported on a restaurant industry website. […]
US No Longer Has Triple-A Credit Rating as Moody’s Lowers It Due to Rising Government Debt
The US has lost its final triple-A credit rating from major agencies as of Friday. Moody’s made this announcement, pointing to increasing government debt levels as a key factor, which undermines Donald Trump’s narrative of economic strength and prosperity. This downgrade from AAA to AA1 is another setback for the president, especially since his key […]
Top Credit Rating Agency Lowers US Rating as Nation Struggles with Debt
US Credit Rating Downgraded On Friday evening, the US government officially lost its final AAA credit rating, with Moody’s adjusting the rating to AA+. The downgrade has been attributed to significant debt burdens. “This unprecedented downgrade on the 21 Notch rating scale illustrates a prolonged rise in government debt and interest payment rates, which are […]
Woman discusses her plan for eliminating $20K in credit card debt.
Tracy Schultz’s Journey to Overcome Credit Card Debt A few years back, Tracy Schultz found herself weighed down by credit card debt. Residents in Massachusetts have noted her efforts to stabilize her finances, covering rent while also managing her spending. “It all started with trying to make up for increasing rent, and grocery costs were […]
Changes in debt: Credit card and auto loan activity slows as student loans rise
At the start of the year, many Americans slowed down on credit card and auto debt, yet they began missing student loan payments, which are now showing up on credit reports. New data highlights a rising financial concern. Household debt grew from $167 billion to $18.2 trillion in the first quarter, according to a recent […]
Colombia Enters China’s ‘Belt and Road’ Debt Scheme
On Wednesday, China’s state media reported that Colombia has agreed to a “cooperative plan” to participate in China’s ambitious Belt and Road Initiative (BRI). The BRI has faced criticism, often described as a potential “debt trap,” as it encourages countries to take on substantial loans from Chinese banks, which may be difficult to repay due […]