The U.S. Debt Crisis: $36 Trillion and ‘No Way Out’? | Chris Casey

Jan 14, 2025

Chris Casey, founder of Winrock Wealth Management, shares his insights on the looming U.S. debt crisis, now at a staggering $36 trillion. He discusses the potential for a solvency crisis and the implications of rising interest rates on markets and credit spreads. Casey highlights unexpected opportunities in natural gas amidst economic turmoil, and warns of market overvaluation leading to corrections. He also touches on how China's economic struggles could ripple globally, providing actionable strategies for wealth protection in these uncertain times.

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US Debt Crisis

The US is in a debt crisis, holding $36 trillion in debt and adding $2 trillion last year.
This is similar to a household with a $49,000 income, $360,000 credit card debt, and $11,000 annual interest payments.

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Debt and Credit Spreads

Refinancing debt at higher interest rates increases overall debt, as seen with the US needing to refinance $10 trillion at higher rates.
Credit spreads widening, the difference in yield between Treasury bonds and other bonds, often precedes recessions.

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Imminent Solvency Crisis

The US debt crisis is a significant issue that will likely dominate financial discussions over the next decade.
The inability to pay debts when due, coupled with liabilities exceeding assets, defines insolvency, a risk the US faces.

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