Starting more than two decades ago, the World Bank, in partnership with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) and the international community, has worked with developing countries to reduce their debt ...

International arrangements for rescuing countries from debt distress must be improved Mounting debt in developing economies is a growing concern. Some countries, including Sri Lanka and Zambia, have ...

Millions of Americans are currently feeling the pressure caused by today's high-rate landscape, but credit card users, in particular, are at risk of serious debt-related issues right now.

Commissions do not affect our editors' opinions or evaluations. You’re ready to tackle your debt. Step 1: Make a plan that you can stick to. Having a plan in place to eliminate your debt is a ...

The International Debt Report (IDR) is a longstanding annual publication of the World Bank featuring external debt statistics and analysis for the low- and middle-income countries that report to the ...

Try to never let your own debt-to-income ratio reach 30%. Go to a credit counseling service, explore bankruptcy and review all the debt repayment options. Consider the various ways to lower ...

The federal government was once again teetering on the brink of default this summer, leading to headlines buzzing about the debt ceiling. But you might be wondering what the debt ceiling actually ...

If you're juggling multiple monthly debt payments, high interest rates and the constant worry of falling behind, it's natural to look for a way out. One option that many people consider in this ...

LONDON (Reuters) - Outstanding government and corporate bonds globally exceeded $100 trillion last year, the OECD said on Thursday, with rising interest costs leaving borrowers facing tough ...

Long an anachronism of American politics, the debt ceiling is back front and center on Capitol Hill as lawmakers grapple with trying to pass a budget. President-elect Donald Trump threw a monkey ...

WSJ Heard on the Street editor Aaron Back explains why investors are alarmed by President Trump’s rhetoric on the economy and trade. Photo: Josephine Chu American consumers and their credit ...

The U.S. national debt is climbing at a rapid pace and has shown no signs of slowing down, despite the growing criticism of massive levels of government spending. The national debt — which ...