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government debt

NOUN
national debt
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The markets are, however watching events in the Gulf, alongside British ballot boxes, which is making for a delicate time for UK government debt.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

There have been extra jitters in UK government debt markets ahead of Thursday's elections.

From BBC • May 5, 2026

He favors dollar-denominated corporate and government debt, which he says remains relatively insulated despite risks from higher energy costs and a still-hot domestic economy.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026

As part of the meetings, the IMF will release its annual Fiscal Monitor report, which is expected to flag rising government debt as countries tackle repeated economic shocks.

From Barron's • Apr. 9, 2026

Japan's huge government debt, which is approaching 150% of GDP, and the ageing of the population are two major long-run problems.

From The 2003 CIA World Factbook by United States. Central Intelligence Agency