BELLINGS

What's happening with the national debt — and how it could affect your wallet

America's national debt rose to over $40 trillion this week, and it might mean your mortgage or auto loans could get more expensive.

America's national debt rose to over $40 trillion this week, and it might mean your mortgage or auto loans could get more expensive.

BELLINGS Intelligence Score: 65

Why it matters

The national debt surpassing $40 trillion is a significant structural event with broad implications for credit markets, borrowing costs, and fiscal policy, potentially influencing interest rates and credit availability for a wide range of borrowers and lenders.

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