Deena Zaidi

Data & financial journalist covering global economics and policy

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US debt could rank among highest in G7 by 2030, IMF projects

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Europe, Graphs, Inflation, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

The cost of borrowing is already choking crucial public spending across many developing economies. But now it is triggering wider concerns.

US debt could surpass Greece by 2028, IMF data shows

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Europe, Graphs, Graphs, Inflation, Politics & Policy, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

The country once mocked for fiscal collapse may soon look more disciplined than the world’s largest economy.

Who holds U.S. debt? Top foreign holders of U.S. Treasuries in 2026

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Asia-Pacific, China, Graphs, India, Japan, Markets, United States of America, World Economy

As the U.S. national debt approaches $39 trillion, foreign investors play a key role…. though ownership is concentrated among a few countries.

Failed Iran talks could complicate Fed rate outlook as oil-driven inflation rises

Posted on Author Deena ZaidiPosted in Banking and Finance, Banking News, Graphs, Inflation, Markets, Politics & Policy, United States of America, World economy, World Economy

Interest rate cuts are no longer easy for the Fed. With ongoing Iran conflict and volatile oil markets, it may even consider rate hikes to ensure inflation remains stable.