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🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Public Debt: The Moves That Will Bring Greece From the Negative Lead to Second Place

Greece aims to significantly reduce its public debt by 2026, focusing on early repayment of loans totaling €7 billion.

Mar 23 • 04:50 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

‘Like battery hens’: ATO’s outsourced debt collectors face much worse conditions than those in public service, former staff say

Former employees of the ATO's private debt collectors describe significantly worse conditions and compensation compared to public service employees, leading to high turnover and impact on taxpayer assistance.

Mar 22 • 14:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

ECB: From Grexit to Grecovery – Greece out of crisis, but with persistent 'thorns'

Greece has shown impressive recovery as one of Europe's remarkable examples, but the exit from the crisis is not yet complete due to low citizen incomes and institutional weaknesses.

Mar 21 • 16:40 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Moody's agency did not change Poland's rating or its outlook

Moody's has maintained Poland's credit rating and outlook despite concerns over public debt and deficit forecasts.

Mar 20 • 23:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Scope: Greek Credit Rating Unchanged at BBB with Positive Outlook

Scope Ratings has affirmed Greece's credit rating at BBB with a positive outlook, supported by strong fiscal performance and favorable debt structure.

Mar 20 • 22:17 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Finnish parliament member: the country is heading towards an uncontrollable financial crisis

A Finnish parliament member warns that without significant measures, Finland could face a financial crisis within a decade due to rapid public sector debt growth.

Mar 20 • 10:54 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Public Debt Management Agency: Auction of six-month treasury bills on March 24

The Greek Public Debt Management Agency will conduct an auction for six-month treasury bills worth 400 million euros on March 24, 2026.

Mar 20 • 10:32 UTC
🇪🇪 ERR
National & Local

Arakas and Lõhmus: how to reconcile higher defense spending with proper public finances?

The article discusses the challenges faced by Estonia in balancing increased defense spending with public financial sustainability as the country's debt rises rapidly.

Mar 20 • 08:24 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

The legacy of Fernando Haddad in economics - The Subject #1684

Fernando Haddad concluded his tenure as Brazil's Minister of Finance, during which he achieved notable economic growth and reforms while facing criticism over increased taxes and public debt.

Mar 20 • 05:00 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

USA with record public debt after a few weeks of war in Iran

The article discusses the implications of rising U.S. public debt amid ongoing military conflicts and fiscal policies.

Mar 19 • 08:59 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Is early debt repayment an opportunity?

Greece is considering early debt repayment strategies as a means to manage its significant public debt, which is seen as unsustainable.

Mar 19 • 08:54 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

The behavior of President Karol Nawrocki will increase Poland's debt

The article discusses how political disputes among key government bodies affect Poland's public finances and creditworthiness.

Mar 18 • 17:00 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

Public Finances / How Not to Fall into the Consolidation Trap

Slovak Finance Minister Ladislav Kamenický faces the challenge every year of creating a consolidation package that saves millions for the state while reducing the deficit and preventing uncontrolled debt growth.

Mar 18 • 12:11 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Public Debt: Why Greece is proceeding with a new early repayment, the benefits

Greece is set to make another early repayment of 7 billion euros on its public debt in June, confirming earlier reports and aiming to improve its financial profile.

Mar 18 • 08:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

GDP above expectations, debt rising: the balance of Haddad's management in 10 graphs

Brazil's Finance Minister Fernando Haddad's tenure has seen economic growth but also challenges in controlling public spending, leading to mixed reactions from the financial market.

Mar 18 • 08:03 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

AHMSA Auction: Grupo Afirme to Auction Plants and Equipment to Recover Debt of 8 Billion Pesos

Grupo Afirme is set to auction plants and equipment from Altos Hornos de México (AHMSA) to recover a debt of 8.3 billion pesos after a public auction was declared void by the court.

Mar 17 • 23:28 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Public debt rose again in February: an increase of US$11.2 billion

Argentina's public debt increased by US$11.2 billion in February, driven by the appreciation of the peso amid rising inflation.

Mar 17 • 19:34 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

Public debt increased by US$ 11.2 billion driven by inflation-linked bonds

Argentina's public debt rose by US$ 11.2 billion in February, primarily due to inflation-linked bonds, despite significant debt repayments during the month.

Mar 17 • 14:02 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Águas das Agulhas Negras launches negotiation campaign in Consumer Month

Águas das Agulhas Negras is offering special payment conditions for customers with overdue accounts as part of its 'Não Vacila' campaign during Consumer Month.

Mar 16 • 20:39 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Uganda's Public Debt Surpasses Shs130tn

Uganda's public debt has exceeded 130 trillion Shillings, primarily due to an increase in domestic debt issuances.

Mar 16 • 12:30 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Despite the strong purchase of reserves, the accumulation was only US$800 million since the beginning of the year

Argentina's Central Bank has acquired US$3.3 billion in reserves this year, but only US$800 million remains available due to public debt commitments.

Mar 14 • 20:05 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Moody’s: What "thorns" it identifies in the Greek economy - The risks, the dangers

Moody's assessment highlights ongoing concerns regarding Greece's high public debt and the impact of delayed reforms on economic growth after the Recovery and Resilience Fund ends.

Mar 14 • 05:59 UTC
🇦🇺 Guardian Australia
National & Local

After nearly three years, the robodebt report’s secret chapter has been unsealed. What does it reveal?

The recently unsealed chapter of the robodebt royal commission report reveals potential corruption among public officials involved in the unlawful Centrelink debt recovery scheme.

Mar 13 • 14:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Proposed Budget Rises to 62.3tr/-, Targets Stronger Economy

Tanzania's government has proposed a budget of 62.33 trillion TZS for the 2026/27 financial year, reflecting a 10.3% increase aimed at strengthening the economy.

Mar 13 • 05:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Increasingly Indebted to Study in Madrid, Where Loans Have Grown by 61.5% Since 2020: 'There is Little Public Offering'

The demand for educational loans in Madrid has surged by 61.5% since 2020, attributed to the lack of public offerings and the necessity for quick professional outcomes.

Mar 13 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Chamber cancels public hearing on possible fraud by South Korean giant that filed for bankruptcy after debt of at least R$ 644 million

A public hearing about potential fraud involving Posco Engineering and Construction of Brazil was canceled amidst claims of significant debt and bankruptcy.

Mar 12 • 14:59 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

The State's Debt to Castilla-La Mancha for 40 Years: 3,100 Square Meters of Pending Public Facilities

The Spanish government acknowledges a 40-year debt to Castilla-La Mancha regarding the transfer of public facilities, amounting to 3,100 square meters.

Mar 12 • 04:30 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Pedro Sola calls those who put Nodal on the child support debt display 'resentful'

Pedro Sola criticized those who labeled singer Christian Nodal as a delinquent in child support payments, suggesting they are motivated by resentment.

Mar 11 • 20:25 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

The City requested authorization to take on debt of US$1.35 billion and finance the F subway line

The Buenos Aires government has proposed a bill to the Legislature to authorize debt financing of up to US$1.35 billion for the construction of a new subway line intended to enhance transportation between different neighborhoods.

Mar 11 • 18:52 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

"We no longer have money": the governor of the Bank of France opposes public aid on fuel

The governor of the Bank of France, François Villeroy de Galhau, opposes public subsidies for fuel amidst rising prices, asserting that increasing deficits and debt would harm French citizens.

Mar 11 • 10:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Now begins the tram chaos in Helsinki: see the map of the new light rail lines that will heavily indebted the capital

Helsinki is facing a significant increase in debt due to new transportation projects, with over two-thirds of the new debt stemming from rail development.

Mar 11 • 05:57 UTC
🇨🇿 Seznam Zprávy
National & Local

Record interest in record Czech debt

There is significant interest in the record levels of Czech debt.

Mar 9 • 11:08 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

Mr. Cutter or the Budget Director says that there is no money to keep rural roads paved

Finland's budget director, Mika Niemelä, emphasizes the impossibility of maintaining paved rural roads amidst rapid state debt and ongoing public expenditure cuts.

Mar 8 • 04:30 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Taubaté City Hall puts another plot for auction with bids starting at R$ 1.8 million

The City Hall of Taubaté is auctioning a public plot in the Água Quente neighborhood, with bids starting at R$ 1.85 million as part of a strategy to reduce the municipality's debt.

Mar 7 • 13:43 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

DBRS: Greece's credit rating remains at BBB

The Canadian agency DBRS maintained Greece's credit rating at BBB with a stable outlook, reflecting balanced risks due to favorable economic and fiscal developments.

Mar 6 • 21:31 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Doctors presented Finland's 'real' debt figures – 'Artificially negative image'

Experts argue that the portrayal of Finland's public debt is overly pessimistic, indicating that debt increases have been largely exaggerated.

Mar 6 • 05:09 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Debt emissions will reach a new record this year in OECD countries

Debt emissions in OECD countries are projected to reach a record $29 trillion this year, driven by increased public spending pressures and rising financing costs.

Mar 4 • 16:53 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

CAF approves credits of $450 million for Ecuador

The Development Bank of Latin America and the Caribbean (CAF) has approved $450 million in credits for Ecuador to enhance public safety and disaster response capabilities.

Mar 4 • 16:34 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

PDMA: The interest rate of the annual treasury bills is 1.97% – 500 million raised

Greece's public debt management agency has announced a reduced interest rate of 1.97% for a new series of annual treasury bills, successfully raising a total of 500 million euros through a recent auction.

Mar 4 • 11:28 UTC
🇯🇵 Asahi Shimbun (JP)
National & Local

Burden of Educational Costs Heavy... 40% of Low-Income Households Prepare with Debt According to Private Survey

A recent survey reveals that 40% of low-income households in Japan take on debt to cover educational expenses, despite efforts to expand public support for education costs.

Mar 3 • 21:00 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Montero proposes her current subordinate, who designed the debt reduction and new funding model, as 'independent' to head the Fiscal Authority.

The Spanish Treasury has proposed Inés Olóndriz to head the Independent Authority for Fiscal Responsibility (AIReF), emphasizing her qualifications and experience.

Mar 3 • 09:39 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

The column of Bonil

Petroamazonas has canceled a debt of 850 million dollars owed to the Ecuadorian state.

Mar 3 • 05:16 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

How much has Poland's public debt increased? New MF data

Poland's public debt rose to 1,951.9 billion PLN by the end of December 2025, marking a record increase due to various economic factors.

Mar 2 • 16:36 UTC
🇮🇹 Il Giornale
National & Local

The data on GDP and the consequences for Italy: it will not be able to exit the EU infringement procedure

Recent data indicates that Italy's GDP-debt ratio is projected to be 3.1% in 2025, preventing the country from exiting the EU's excessive deficit procedure.

Mar 2 • 08:55 UTC
🇬🇧 Guardian
National & Local

It’s been decreed: something must be done about student loans in England

Student loan debt in England has become increasingly burdensome, leading to calls for reform from politicians and public figures.

Feb 28 • 15:00 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Alexandra Villacís requests the Ministry of Labor and SRI to lift her work ban

Alexandra Villacís seeks to overturn a public employment ban imposed due to a debt, by requesting information and enabling her work status from the Ministry of Labor and the Internal Revenue Service.

Feb 28 • 14:52 UTC
🇵🇱 Rzeczpospolita
National & Local

Fitch Agency Decides on Poland's Credit Rating

Fitch Ratings has updated its outlook on Poland's credit rating, maintaining it but adjusting the perspective to negative amid ongoing economic and political considerations.

Feb 28 • 06:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Brazil's gross public debt remains at 78.7% of GDP in January, shows Central Bank

Brazil's gross public debt stood at 78.7% of GDP in January, slightly below expectations, with a primary surplus recorded in the consolidated public sector.

Feb 27 • 14:25 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

PDMA: Auction of annual bonds on March 4

An auction of 52-week Greek government bonds will take place on March 4, 2026, amounting to 400 million euros.

Feb 27 • 14:03 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Editorial: Voters should be promised nothing but disappointments – will the parties dare to implement the debt brake?

Finland's parties have reached a historic preliminary agreement on instituting a debt brake, which will necessitate significant public expenditure adjustments by 2031.

Feb 26 • 19:00 UTC

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