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business19 days ago•17 min saved

Musk warns U.S. could go bankrupt without AI and robotics as debt burden swells

Tesla CEO Elon Musk warned on a podcast that the United States is at risk of going bankrupt due to mounting national debt, arguing that breakthroughs in AI and robotics are essential to avert the crisis. He highlighted a roughly $38.56 trillion debt, a 2026 deficit about $602 billion higher than revenue, and projections that interest payments could exceed $1.5 trillion by 2032 and rise to $1.8 trillion by 2035, potentially surpassing the military budget and affecting the dollar’s value while urging innovation to boost productivity.

via Benzinga|

#ai #business #elon-musk

economy20 days ago•13 min saved

Musk: U.S. debt could bankrupt the country without AI and robotics

Elon Musk warned on the Dwarkesh Podcast that the U.S. could go bankrupt without productivity gains from AI and robotics, citing about $38.6 trillion in debt and rising deficits, with interest payments projected to exceed $1 trillion in coming years; while Ray Dalio warns of a debt death spiral, the piece also discusses hedges like gold and real estate as diversification tools to shield wealth during inflation and fiscal stress.

via moneywise.com|

#ai #debt-crisis #economy

markets1 month ago•18 min saved

Greenback slides to four-year low as Trump touts the economy

The U.S. dollar fell to a four-year low (DXY around 95.86) even as Trump claimed it was “doing great.” The decline comes amid tariff threats, ongoing U.S. international strains, and a national debt above $38 trillion, with analysts noting a deficit-driven environment and calls for lower rates that could keep the dollar weak.

via MarketWatch|

#donald-trump #foreign-exchange-markets #markets

business1 month ago•12 min saved

Dalio: US debt risk grows; gold can shield savings and still offer upside

Billionaire Ray Dalio, who predicted the 2008 crash, warned at Davos that mounting US debt could weaken the dollar and pose economic risks, but he also urged ordinary investors to hold gold (roughly 10-15% of a portfolio) as insurance that can protect savings and generate returns through ETFs, physical gold, mining stocks or gold IRAs.

via Daily Mail|

#business #davos #gold

business1 month ago•3 min saved

Danish Pension Fund Exits $100 Million U.S. Treasuries Amid Debt Fears and Greenland Row

Danish pension operator AkademikerPension plans to liquidate about $100 million of U.S. Treasurys by month’s end, citing concerns about U.S. government finances and debt, as Denmark and the U.S. clash over Greenland and tariff threats.

via CNBC|

#akademikerpension #business #denmark

economy1 month ago•3 min saved

U.S. Debt Surpasses $38 Trillion, Raising Economic Concerns

The US national debt has surpassed $38 trillion, with a significant increase in corporate bond issuance, especially from tech hyperscalers, raising concerns about upward pressure on interest rates and potential market fragility. The growing competition for bond investors and shifting investor composition, from foreign governments to profit-driven entities, could threaten the stability of US financing and increase borrowing costs amid rising deficits and political debates over spending and tariffs.

via Fortune|

#corporate-bonds #economy #fiscal-deficit

economy1 month ago•6 min saved

Yellen Warns US Debt Risks and Fiscal Dominance Threats

Janet Yellen warns that the US approaching a dangerous level of national debt could lead to fiscal dominance, where debt constraints limit the Federal Reserve's ability to control inflation, risking hyperinflation and economic instability, especially as debt surpasses 120% of GDP.

via Fortune|

#economy #fiscal-dominance #government-debt

finance2 months ago•2 min saved

Private Investors Take Over US Debt Market as Debt Hits $38 Trillion

As US debt surpasses $38 trillion, the shift from foreign government holders to profit-driven private investors and hedge funds increases market volatility and financial fragility, with experts warning that relying on financial engineering and false hopes won't sustain the economy without credible deficit control plans.

via Yahoo Finance|

#finance #foreign-investors #hedge-funds

economy2 months ago•2 min saved

Shift in US Debt Buyers Sparks Financial Stability Concerns

The US debt has surged to $38 trillion, with a significant shift from foreign governments to private investors and hedge funds, raising concerns about market stability and the potential for increased volatility, as experts warn that the era of easy borrowing is over and call for credible fiscal reforms.

via Fortune|

#economy #foreign-investors #hedge-funds

finance2 months ago•1 min saved

US Treasury Yields Drop Before Key Debt Auctions and Data Releases

U.S. Treasury yields declined ahead of key debt auctions, with investors closely watching these events for insights into market sentiment on U.S. debt and inflation as 2026 approaches.

via CNBC|

#debt-auctions #finance #inflation

world2 months ago•1 min saved

Europe Faces Challenges as US-Ukraine Tensions Rise

European nations are considering a drastic measure of liquidating over $2.3 trillion in US debt holdings as a response to potential US policy shifts regarding Ukraine and Russia, which could destabilize the US economy and impact upcoming US elections.

via Daily Kos|

#economic-sanctions #europe #trump

politics3 months ago•1 min saved

Trump Promises $2,000 Payments to Most Americans from Tariffs

President Donald Trump announced that most Americans will receive a minimum of $2,000 as a dividend from US tariff revenues, excluding high-income individuals, as part of efforts to pay down the national debt amid ongoing legal reviews of the tariffs.

via Business Insider|

#dividend #politics #tariff-revenues

economy4 months ago•2 min saved

US debt to surpass Italy and Greece, IMF warns

The IMF forecasts that US debt will surpass Italy and Greece by 2030 due to Trump's tax cuts and increased spending, with US debt rising from 125% to 143% of income, driven by large budget deficits and borrowing, while Italy and Greece work to control their debt levels amidst economic challenges.

via The Guardian|

#economy #fiscal-policy #global-economy

economics4 months ago•1 min saved

US debt to surpass Italy and Greece, IMF warns

The US government's debt burden is on track to surpass Italy's, according to IMF figures, highlighting concerns over rising national debt levels.

via Financial Times|

#debt-burden #economics #fiscal-policy

politics4 months ago•7 min saved

Johnson Shuts Down House to Pressure Schumer Amid Ongoing Government Shutdown

The U.S. House of Representatives has been largely inactive due to political disagreements, leading to a government shutdown that threatens SNAP benefits for over 42 million Americans. Meanwhile, President Trump is pushing a pro-tariff agenda, claiming they strengthen the economy despite economic indicators and expert opinions suggesting otherwise. The political conflict extends to foreign policy, with military actions in South America and sanctions against Venezuelan and Colombian leaders, reflecting Trump's aggressive stance on international issues. The ongoing disputes highlight a broader effort by Republicans to dismantle parts of the modern American government established since the 1930s.

via Letters from an American | Heather Cox Richardson|

#government-shutdown #politics #snap-benefits