S&P Global Ratings officially affirmed the United States’ long-term sovereign credit rating at ‘AA+’ with a stable outlook. The agency cited the country’s resilient economy and credible, effective monetary policy execution, which should support solid fiscal revenue collection and stabilize fiscal deficits over the coming years.
Key Factors Behind the Decision
- Economic Resilience: S&P expects solid economic growth and continued tariff revenue to balance out high—but not rising—fiscal deficits.
- Monetary Policy: The Federal Reserve continues to be recognized for its credible and data-dependent approach to managing monetary policy and navigating financial pressures.
- Institutional Framework: Despite ongoing political polarization and debt management difficulties, S&P anticipates that Congress will act when necessary to raise or suspend the debt ceiling to avoid severe financial consequences.
Existing Fiscal Pressures
- Rising Net Debt: Net general government debt is still projected to climb and surpass 100% of GDP, heavily driven by structurally rising interest costs and aging-related government expenditures.
- Primary Weakness: The U.S.’s fiscal trajectory remains its main credit weakness according to the rating agency’s assessment.
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