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🇬🇧 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
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Bosnia-Herzegovina: 'Blackout' at the state broadcaster

Bosnia's public broadcaster BHRT has gone dark as a protest against the government's failure to adequately support it amid rising debt issues.

Feb 26 • 13:40 UTC
🇸🇰 Postoj
National & Local

The Greek Path in Slovak / They wanted generous pensions, then came a 30 percent drop in living standards. Will this happen to us too?

The article discusses Slovakia's ongoing financial struggles and the recurring discussions about austerity measures aimed at avoiding a financial crisis similar to Greece's.

Feb 25 • 14:04 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Why a 'mountain of debt' threatens Trump from March

Former President Donald Trump's economic achievements are overshadowed by a looming public debt crisis that he has not addressed in recent speeches.

Feb 25 • 08:53 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Now comes the trimming: Up to 11 billion in adjustments ahead

A parliamentary report details the need for Finland to make adjustments of 8 to 11 billion euros by 2031 to curb public debt.

Feb 25 • 08:40 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

The IMF visits Libreville to assess Gabon's economic situation

The IMF is conducting a ten-day assessment of Gabon's economy amidst growing concerns over public debt and potential financial instability.

Feb 25 • 06:15 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Live broadcast at 8:30: Parties reached an agreement - this is the debt brake

Finnish political parties have reached an agreement on a new debt brake ahead of the upcoming election term, although the Left Alliance has opted out of the agreement.

Feb 25 • 05:30 UTC
🇫🇮 Yle Uutiset
National & Local

The debt brake working group announces its adjustment targets for the coming years

Finland's parliamentary debt brake working group is set to reveal its targets for public finances during the upcoming years from 2027 to 2033.

Feb 24 • 23:15 UTC
🇪🇨 El Universo (ES)
National & Local

Public bike system without safe bike lanes: Quito's pending debt to cyclists

Quito's public bike system will return in 2026 after suspension, with an investment of $5.5 million and improved infrastructure.

Feb 24 • 13:00 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Report obtained by IL reveals: There may be an adjustment need of up to 15 billion euros ahead

A report suggests Finland may face a greater fiscal adjustment need than expected, potentially reaching 15 billion euros due to various economic factors.

Feb 24 • 10:15 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

DF Chamber discusses project offering 12 public properties as collateral for BRB loan

The DF Chamber is set to discuss a bill that would allow the government to use 12 public properties as collateral for a billion-dollar loan from the Bank of Brasília.

Feb 24 • 03:00 UTC
🇦🇷 La Nacion (ES)
National & Local

Debt in dollars decreased, but total stock grew due to instruments in pesos

Argentina's national gross public debt reached approximately $460.934 billion, marking an increase despite dollar debt reductions.

Feb 23 • 20:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Restructuring papers made public: This is how indebted Järvisydän is

The Finnish company Järvisydän is undergoing a corporate restructuring process due to significant debts amounting to 15.6 million euros, primarily caused by excessive investments in related companies.

Feb 23 • 15:11 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

RN is the 2nd most indebted state in the country and exceeds personnel spending limit, says Ministry of Finance

Rio Grande do Norte has become the second-most indebted state in Brazil, surpassing the legal limit for personnel expenditures.

Feb 23 • 14:53 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Breaking news on political affairs, live | Sánchez announces the declassification on Tuesday of the 23-F documents 'to settle a historical debt with citizens'

Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez announced the declassification of documents related to the failed coup attempt of February 23, 1981, to address a historical debt with the public and promote transparency.

Feb 23 • 07:41 UTC
🇬🇷 To Vima
National & Local

Debt: Decreasing, but the threat remains – What will the next decade bring for Greece

Despite a decrease in Greece's public debt, concerns loom over its future outlook in the coming years.

Feb 22 • 07:23 UTC
🇦🇷 Clarin (ES)
National & Local

National public debt grew by U$S 5.867 billion in January: it decreased in dollars but sharply increased in pesos

Argentina's national public debt increased by U$S 5.867 billion in January despite significant repayments, with most of the growth attributed to inflation-adjusted debt and interest capitalization.

Feb 21 • 16:44 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Debt brake documents reveal: here are Finland's targets

A parliamentary working group in Finland proposes a public sector deficit target of 2-2.5% of GDP by 2031, requiring significant fiscal adjustments amidst uncertainty.

Feb 21 • 10:19 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

IL obtained the debt brake paper - Here's what cold treatment is in store

Iltalehti reveals that Finnish political parties have reached an agreement on a debt brake aimed at reducing public debt in the coming years.

Feb 21 • 08:01 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

The task force for expediting the payment of lump sums gets to work

The Greek government's economic team is making moves to reduce overdue public debts to private entities, establishing a task force to expedite lump sum payments.

Feb 21 • 06:46 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria’s public debt rose to N153tn in Sept 2025 – DMO

Nigeria's total public debt reached N153.29 trillion as of September 30, 2025, reflecting a significant rise in both domestic and external debt obligations.

Feb 21 • 00:17 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Treasury refinances 175 billion 648 million pesos and extends the debt term by 6.6 years

Mexico's Ministry of Finance refinanced a total of 175 billion 648 million pesos, extending the maturity of the debt as part of its strategy to improve public debt conditions.

Feb 21 • 00:00 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Nigeria’s public debt rose to N153.29 trillion in September 2025 – DMO

Nigeria's public debt reached N153.29 trillion by the end of September 2025, showing a significant increase in both domestic and external debts.

Feb 20 • 19:35 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
National & Local

In the United States, the worrying trajectory of public finances

The Congressional Budget Office (CBO) has raised alarms about the rising national debt and its implications for future deficits and interest payments in the United States.

Feb 20 • 15:24 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Editorial: This is what the Left Alliance's debt brake looks like – SDP seems to be losing patience

The Left Alliance has decided to withdraw from a parliamentary agreement regarding public finance adjustments, signaling internal conflicts with the Social Democratic Party.

Feb 20 • 15:01 UTC
🇫🇮 Ilta-Sanomat
National & Local

Left Alliance disagrees with debt brake

The Left Alliance in Finland has expressed dissent regarding the debt brake working group, arguing that decisions affecting future budget adjustments should not be finalized prematurely.

Feb 20 • 10:28 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The national debt is increasing. Is the critical threshold close?

Latvia's national debt has nearly tripled over the last two decades, raising concerns about reaching critical levels as servicing costs soar due to rising interest rates and an increasing debt burden.

Feb 20 • 08:09 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The National Debt is Increasing. What are the Solutions for Stabilization?

Latvia's national debt has tripled over the past 20 years, raising concerns about fiscal policy and the rising costs of debt service.

Feb 20 • 08:09 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

LIVE: Discussion 'Is the Critical Threshold of National Debt Close?'

The discussion continues the series of expert conversations by the Bank of Latvia on crucial economic issues.

Feb 20 • 06:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Climate-related disasters can increase debt costs

Climate change impacts public finances in various ways, leading to higher costs associated with state debt.

Feb 19 • 11:17 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

PASOK: The government is filling the economy with 'debts'

PASOK criticizes the government for its public debt to private individuals exceeding €3 billion.

Feb 19 • 07:42 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Auction of 6-month bonds: Steady yields – 500 million raised

The auction for 26-week bonds in Greece attracted strong demand, resulting in 500 million euros raised at a steady yield close to previous rates.

Feb 18 • 11:27 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Confusing

The article discusses topics related to the economy and public debt in Mexico.

Feb 18 • 09:00 UTC
🇬🇷 Naftemporiki
National & Local

Public debts to private individuals have exceeded 3 billion

Greece's public debt to private individuals rose to €3.221 billion at the end of 2025, increasing by €170 million from the end of 2024.

Feb 18 • 04:48 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Exceptions to the fiscal framework for funding the public machine grow and threaten budget control

Exceptions to Brazil's fiscal framework have increased due to a recent Supreme Court ruling, putting pressure on public expenditure control.

Feb 18 • 02:00 UTC
🇮🇹 La Repubblica
National & Local

Public debt, a burden of 52 thousand euros for each citizen. The risk of becoming unsustainable

Italy's public debt has reached a staggering €52,000 per citizen, raising concerns about its sustainability.

Feb 18 • 00:29 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Michoacán approves reform that prohibits inheriting debt to future governments

Michoacán has passed a constitutional reform that prevents state governments from contracting debt beyond their six-year term, aiming to put an end to decades of public debt burdens on the population.

Feb 17 • 20:48 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
National & Local

Spanish debt falls to 100.8% of GDP, its lowest level since before the pandemic

Spain's public debt has decreased to 100.8% of GDP, the lowest since before the pandemic, despite a historical absolute figure of €1.7 trillion.

Feb 17 • 10:26 UTC
🇪🇸 El Mundo
National & Local

Public debt grew by 5% in 2025, nearing 1.7 trillion euros, although it fell in relation to GDP

Spain's public debt increased by 4.8% last year, reaching a new historical high while the debt-to-GDP ratio slightly decreased.

Feb 17 • 09:59 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Fiscal crisis and debt need to take center stage in the campaign

The article discusses the fiscal crisis and debt management under the government of Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva in Brazil, emphasizing the need for these issues to be prioritized in the electoral campaign.

Feb 17 • 01:00 UTC
🇲🇽 El Financiero (ES)
National & Local

Classifieds

The article discusses various economic and market-focused topics in Mexico, including classified sections and key financial news.

Feb 16 • 12:37 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
National & Local

Prof. Schlevogt’s Compass No. 41: Dutch disease, US strain – Dollar dominance hollows out industry

The article discusses the implications of the US dollar's dominance as the world's reserve currency, highlighting its paradoxical effects on the country's economy.

Feb 16 • 00:31 UTC
🇧🇷 Folha (PT)
National & Local

Rise in public debt calls into question the future of Haddad's fiscal framework

In Brazil, the recent increase in public debt raises concerns about the sustainability of the fiscal framework established by Minister Fernando Haddad.

Feb 14 • 18:00 UTC
🇧🇷 G1 (PT)
National & Local

Rich countries should fear the 'Brazilization' of the global economy, says The Economist

The Economist warns that rich countries should be concerned about the 'Brazilization' of the global economy, characterized by high interest rates and rising public debt.

Feb 14 • 08:01 UTC
🇲🇽 Milenio (ES)
National & Local

Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla announces reform to end public debt in Michoacán

Michoacán Governor Alfredo Ramírez Bedolla has proposed a constitutional reform aimed at preventing the state from accruing public debt beyond his term.

Feb 13 • 20:31 UTC

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