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US FY2026 Deficit Widens 12% to $1.99T, 6.2% of GDP
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The US Treasury reported a $1.99 trillion budget deficit for fiscal 2026, driven by increased federal spending. The government is betting on economic growth to ease debt pressure, but the fiscal trajectory raises concerns about debt sustainability and potential market implications.
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