... trillion, while in 2020, it surpassed $3.1 trillion due to emergency pandemic spending. According to the Treasury Department, total U.S. national debt exceeded $36.2 trillion by the end of 2024. This level of debt is nearly equal to the country's annual GDP, and its growth has accelerated significantly over the past two decades. Such figures alarm Buffett: “At this point, we are dealing with a budget deficit that cannot be sustained for an extended period.” High deficits and debt lead to additional ...

... products. Deterioration of the investment climate: The uncertainty associated with trade wars reduces the attractiveness of countries for foreign investments. Decline in trade volumes: A general downturn in international trade will adversely affect the GDP of many countries. Most Vulnerable Economic Sectors The sectors most severely impacted by the new tariffs include: Automotive industry – particularly sensitive for Canada, South Korea, and Taiwan. Electronics and technology – the increased cost ...

... industrial sectors. Today, Russia remains one of the countries facing the highest number of sanctions globally. How Have Sanctions Affected the Russian Economy? Despite unprecedented sanctions measures, the Russian economy has shown growth. In 2024, Russia's GDP increased by 4%, making the country the largest economy in Europe and the fourth largest in the world, surpassing Germany and Japan. However, sanctions have led to: Reconstruction of logistics chains; Accelerated import substitution; Growth of domestic ...

... Europe, the European Central Bank will adopt a more conservative stance due to ongoing energy risks. In developing markets, central bank policies will depend on commodity price growth and external debt considerations. 2. Global Economic Growth A global GDP recovery is anticipated, ranging from 3% to 4%. Asian countries, particularly China and India, will remain the engines of growth due to significant investments in technology and infrastructure. Increasing domestic consumption will drive recovery in ...

... market behavior remains unchanged. According to experts, trade wars were already factored into the most popular strategies. Additionally, strategies are influenced by the increasing global debt burden. Since the last global crisis, debt relative to GDP has increased by nearly 30%. This is a significant figure, constituting over 15% of total indebtedness. Developing economies may face a chain reaction, significantly heightening investment risks. In conclusion, the trade war between the U.S. and China ...