Core Viewpoint - The report from Renmin University of China's Chongyang Institute for Financial Studies warns of a significant risk of collapse in the U.S. economy and its debt system, predicting that 2025 may mark the year of a U.S. debt crisis, likening it to a Ponzi scheme nearing bankruptcy [1][4]. Economic and Financial Analysis - The U.S. national debt has reached $36.2 trillion, accounting for 123% of GDP, significantly exceeding the internationally recognized warning line of 60% [4]. - The report highlights that the U.S. government is increasingly reliant on "borrowing to pay off old debts," with approximately $9.3 trillion of public debt maturing in the 2025 fiscal year, representing one-third of total debt [4]. - Interest payments on U.S. debt are projected to reach $882 billion in the 2024 fiscal year, a 33.7% increase year-over-year, surpassing military spending for the first time [4]. - Cumulative interest payments over the next decade could total $13.8 trillion, nearly double the inflation-adjusted total from the past 20 years [4]. Policy Implications - The report criticizes the policies of the Trump administration, particularly the "reciprocal tariffs" and extreme fiscal tightening, which have led to a significant rise in inflation expectations and a drop in consumer confidence [3]. - It suggests that the combination of high tariffs and tax cuts will exacerbate social inequality and push inflation closer to 5%, further destabilizing the economy [4][5]. - The report warns that the U.S. government's loss of credibility under the current administration could lead to a market collapse similar to that of 2008 [3][4]. Global Economic Impact - The report indicates that the U.S. is increasingly viewed as a global adversary due to its aggressive tariff policies, which could lead to a contraction in global trade [5]. - It predicts that the collapse of U.S. debt will not signify the end of the international financial system but rather the beginning of a long process of restructuring the global credit system, with a shift towards a multipolar currency system [5]. Recommendations for China - The report advises China to strengthen its financial defenses against the risks posed by U.S. debt, including establishing a monitoring and early warning system for U.S. debt defaults [6]. - It emphasizes the need for China to enhance its economic resilience, improve domestic consumption, and promote the internationalization of the Renminbi [6].
人大重阳发布报告 揭示美债濒临“庞氏骗局”破产边缘
Sou Hu Cai Jing·2025-05-05 12:15