Markets & The Economy

Markets & The Economy

Understanding America’s $38 Trillion Debt and the Path Forward

November 7, 2025 • 13 min listen

Wharton professor of business economics and public policy breaks down the drivers of America’s surging national debt and outlines sustainable solutions for long-term fiscal stability.

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October 22, 2025 • 12 min listen

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October 14, 2025 • 6 min read

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August 5, 2025 • 4 min read