Global debt has stabilized, though it remains at an elevated level, as a continued reduction in private-sector lending offset greater borrowing by governments. Total debt was little changed last year, ...

Global debt crisis is entering a dangerous phase as major economies carry heavier burdens than ever before. Debt-to-GDP ratios in Japan, the United States, China, and the European Monetary Union have ...

Enrolling in a debt relief program can impact the debt collection process, and not always in the way you'd expect.

According to the latest data from the International Monetary Fund, the world is in a huge amount of debt, and just a handful of nations are driving the roughly hundreds of trillions in public debt.

NEW YORK, Dec 9 (Reuters) - Developed markets led a borrowing push that lifted global debt to near $346 trillion at the end of the third quarter, while a pending ruling on the legality of U.S. tariffs ...

Collection accounts have become a common issue for borrowers in today's economic landscape. Between issues like persistent inflation, elevated borrowing rates and tighter household budgets, millions ...

LONDON, Sept 25 (Reuters) - Global debt hit a record high of $337.7 trillion at the end of the second quarter, driven by easing global financial conditions, a softer U.S. dollar and a more ...

Asking whether a given debt level is “high” is a bit like asking how long a piece of string is. But it’s fair to say the string is quite long for a lot of countries. Twin deficits are now widespread ...

Debt-for-development swaps, or debt swaps, can help countries address liquidity challenges while advancing sustainable development goals. They provide debt reduction and debt-service savings during ...

Debt collection calls in the U.S. more than doubled in early 2025, soaring to over 112,000 reports. Nearly half of complaints involved abusive or harassing tactics, raising consumer protection ...

Having watched Chicago’s City Council rebel against his budget and pass its own, Mayor Brandon Johnson is now focused on the matter of how (and if) the city collects its past-due debts. Going forward, ...