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The U.S. has reached a deal to raise the debt ceiling, Democrats and Republicans plan to dot the I's and cross the T's this week. Plus, we'll take a look at how aging populations are causing government credit ratings to take a hit. What do you see on the horizon for financial markets? From uncertainty to opportunity, PIGIM can help you rise to the challenges of today when disciplined risk management is needed most.

Democrats and Republicans are confident they can pass a deal to avert a US debt default, the lira slides after Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan is re-elected, and ageing populations are causing government credit ratings to take a hit.

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Debt ceiling fight shifts to Congress as lawmakers prepare for first votes

Turkey’s lira weakens as economists warn of economic challenge

Ageing populations ‘already hitting’ governments’ credit ratings

The FT News Briefing is produced by Fiona Symon, Sonja Hutson and Marc Filippino. The show’s editor is Jess Smith. Additional help by Katie McMurran, Peter Barber, Michael Lello, David da Silva and Gavin Kallmann. Topher Forhecz is the FT’s executive producer. The FT’s global head of audio is Cheryl Brumley. The show’s theme song is by Metaphor Music.

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