borrowing

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“Even if inflation does move considerably toward the target, certain fundamentals that were already underpinning longer term rates remain in place, such as record-level borrowing by the U.S. and yawning budget gaps,” he says.

From Barron's • Jun. 11, 2026

He added: "Irresponsible borrowing only puts that at risk. Taking these decisions is never easy."

From BBC • Jun. 11, 2026

The trust funds therefore represent borrowing by one hand of government from another.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 11, 2026

The central bank is now seen as more likely than not to raise borrowing costs this year.

From MarketWatch • Jun. 10, 2026

“I’m not a thief, Thackeray. I’m only borrowing it. I promise I’ll give the book back when I’ve finished it.”

From "The Graveyard Book" by Neil Gaiman