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25 August 2026

Here's why America's debt binge should worry Australians

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Source reporting: abc.net.au

Here's why America's debt binge should worry Australians

Governments across the world are spending beyond their means. When America's national debt surged to $US40 trillion last week, it led to a bond market sell-off, which was countered by the US government. It's become an epic battle that could affect every Australian.

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