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$40 Trillion Debt. Interest Rates Rise.
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- Natalie Pace
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- Aug 21, 2026
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- 1220
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Summary
Yesterday, the Treasury Department tried to calm interest rates by throwing money into the bond market. However, just one day later, investors of long-term Treasury bonds and notes ignored the bailout and continued to demand a higher return for their risk. Why? Investors worldwide want a real plan for lowering U.S. debt and deficits, rather than just a bailout Band-Aid. U.S. public debt topped $40 trillion on August 18, 2026. The budget deficit is on track to be $2.1 trillion this fiscal year. The amount the U.S. must pay in interest will be $1 trillion. The current debt ceiling kicks in at $41.1 trillion, which sets Congress up for another epic battle over borrowing more money, yet again, to keep operating in the red. What does this mean for Main Street investors? What should you do? All this and more in today's free podcast and videoconference with Natalie Pace. Email [email protected] with any questions or comments. Email [email protected] with your money questions, opportunities and challenges. Wisdom and time-proven strategies are the cure. Let's win together. Get full access to Natalie Wynne Pace at nataliepace.substack.com/subscribe