US national debt set to exceed $40 trillion this week as tariff refunds accelerate fiscal timeline
Aug 18 2026 15:08 UTC - Editorial Team
➤ The US national debt is projected to exceed $40 trillion this week, accelerated by Supreme Court-ordered tariff refunds and record fiscal deficits.
➤ The ruling requires significant refund payments, adding to an already high deficit and increasing Treasury issuance, which could lead to rising bond yields.
➤ Analysts warn of potential negative impacts on bond markets and the broader economy due to increased borrowing costs and debt levels.
Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptobriefing-us-national-debt-set-to-exceed-40-trillion-this-week-as-tariff-refunds-accelerate-fiscal-timeline-3461656136?utm_source=binance
Aug 18 2026 15:08 UTC - Editorial Team
➤ The US national debt is projected to exceed $40 trillion this week, accelerated by Supreme Court-ordered tariff refunds and record fiscal deficits.
➤ The ruling requires significant refund payments, adding to an already high deficit and increasing Treasury issuance, which could lead to rising bond yields.
➤ Analysts warn of potential negative impacts on bond markets and the broader economy due to increased borrowing costs and debt levels.
Read more at: https://rwatimes.io/articles/cryptobriefing-us-national-debt-set-to-exceed-40-trillion-this-week-as-tariff-refunds-accelerate-fiscal-timeline-3461656136?utm_source=binance