Global Debt Hits $365 Trillion as Economists Warn of Risks

Global debt increased by $10 trillion in the first half of the year, surpassing $365 trillion, according to the Institute of International Finance. Yields on medium- and long-term government bonds have reached the highest levels in over a decade across major economies, including the U.S., Japan, France, and the U.K. This situation leads to rising interest expenses, with advanced economies paying over $3.3 trillion in interest on globally traded government bonds last year. For ordinary investors, the situation indicates challenges ahead due to rising costs and potential fiscal policy changes, affecting government bond markets.

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