US rating slides, spending rises

“As US debt and fiscal deficits rise, leading to higher volatility in government bonds, investors should favour a global approach and explore opportunities in European bonds.”

  • The US government lost their top-notch AAA rating on their long-term issuer debt recently, from Moody’s Ratings.  
  • The debt trajectory is in focus after the House approved the tax and spending bill, which is now moving to the Senate.  
  • While US government bonds remain key, financial and policy issues are leading to higher volatility. 

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