Global Debt
African States Reel amid COVID-19 Debt Crunch
The question of a debt crisis in the developing world has shifted to ‘when,’ not ‘if.’
Debt in a Time of Coronavirus
With COVID-related shutdowns abound, are major economies headed for a massive credit crunch?
Small Bank Debt Warnings Flash in China
Non-performing loans are a lot higher in Henan province than the official national statistics would have us believe.
China Debt: Qinghai SOE Is First Offshore Default in 20 Years
The default of a state-owned provincial investment vehicle reflects a changing paradigm in China’s debt markets. But how long will the authorities remain on the sidelines?
FLASH: IMF’s Post-2009 Financial Crisis Regulatory Report Card
The IMF’s latest report warns that the global financial system hasn’t yet fully learned the lessons of 2009.
The Turkey Contagion Threat
Tracking the global market reaction to Turkey’s currency crisis with one overriding question in mind: How big is the contagion threat?
Is Kenya Falling into the China Debt Trap?
A spike in bilateral and commercial lending have some worried that Kenya may go the route of Sri Lanka and cede a geopolitical asset to China over unpayable debts.
Argentina’s Finances Are Hamstringing Its International Role (Again)
In spite of its geopolitical gifts, financial crisis may once again be thwarting Argentina’s regional ambitions.
FLASH: BIS Warns on China, Canada, and Hong Kong Economies
The Bank of International Settlements has warned of unsustainable debt growth in China, Canada, and Hong Kong.
IMF Warns on China’s Financial System (Again)
The International Monetary Fund is still worried about debt levels in China’s financial system.