budget deficit

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The IMF estimates a budget deficit of 2% of GDP increases the current-account deficit by 0.5% of GDP.

From The Wall Street Journal • Jun. 12, 2026

But the next governor is going to face some really tough challenges, including a structural budget deficit that’s probably going to require both painful cuts and unpopular tax hikes.

From Los Angeles Times • Jun. 7, 2026

It would certainly ease the budget deficit if it could.

From BBC • Jun. 7, 2026

He also will pursue other revenue streams to address the city’s budget deficit, according to a City Hall official.

From The Wall Street Journal • May 12, 2026

Through knowledge, political will, and perhaps some luck, we seem to have tamed inflation and the budget deficit.

From "Newjack: Guarding Sing Sing" by Ted Conover