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Economist warns extreme leverage could trigger a US recession before 2027
United States
First seen: Aug 24, 2026, 4:47 PM UTCUpdated: Aug 24, 2026, 5:02 PM UTC
WHAT HAPPENED
An economist specializing in financial crises says excessive leverage could cause a US recession by the end of the year. The claim is a forecast, not a reported recession.
SO WHAT?
A leverage-driven US downturn could significantly affect global markets and economic activity.
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kitco.comen
Monetary historian says US Treasury fragility points to sudden dollar shift
Aug 24, 2026, 5:02 PM UTC
businessinsider.comen
US Recession Could Hit Before 2027 Due to Extreme Leverage: Economist
Aug 24, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC
finance.yahoo.comen
An economist who studies financial crises now sees a leverage-induced US recession by year-end
Aug 24, 2026, 4:47 PM UTC