U.S. GDP to Fall 5.6% Due to Coronavirus, According to New CBO Projections
The new numbers demonstrate the severe economic damage and significant fiscal implications of this unprecedented crisis.
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The new numbers demonstrate the severe economic damage and significant fiscal implications of this unprecedented crisis.
“America’s top policy priority right now is defeating this virus and helping the millions of Americans who are suffering economically, but as we look ahead it’s clear that Americans are growing more concerned about how we will deal with our national debt once this crisis ends.” said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peterson Foundation.
https://www.pgpf.org/press-release/2020/06/fci-press-release
The Social Security Trustees's 2011 financial report warns that Social Security is in a weakened financial position in the short run and in an unsustainable condition in the long run.
https://www.pgpf.org/analysis/financial-condition-of-social-security
Trump outlined some broad strokes of his budget proposal, but lawmakers and voters are anxious to see where the administration stands on a number of issues.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2017/03/the-fiscal-month-in-review-questions-about-policy-specifics-remain
“The federal government’s fiscal path is unsustainable," warns the Government Accountability Office.
With our economy in recovery, the national debt rising unsustainably, the country still grappling with a devastating pandemic, and lawmakers pursing significant new legislation, America faces many critical questions for its future. To shed light on the best way forward, two top economists participated in a panel discussion as part of the latest edition of the Peterson Foundation Economic Forum.
The U.S. spent $187 billion on interest payments alone in 2009.
“As our debt crosses $31 trillion, it’s past time for action," said Michael A. Peterson, CEO of the Peter G. Peterson Foundation.
Eight new essays bring practical advice for congress and the administration to address America’s most pressing fiscal and economic challenges.
If we regard the U.S. government as a firm, this firm is in a sticky situation in which the valuation of its cash flows is below the amount of its outstanding liability.