The Debt Crisislecture slides of economicslecture.pptx

The Debt Crisislecture slides of economicslecture.pptx

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  The Debt Crisis Publicdebt, also known as government debt or national debt, refers to the total amount of money that a government owes to creditors. This debt arises from the government borrowing money to finance its expenditures when its revenue, primarily derived from taxes and other sources, is insufficient to cover its expenses. Public debt can be incurred through various means, such as issuing government bonds, treasury bills, notes, and other debt securities. These financial instruments represent promises by the government to repay the borrowed funds, typically with interest, over a specified period.
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  Conti...... • The levelof public debt is an important indicator of a government's fiscal health and its ability to manage its finances responsibly. • High levels of public debt can pose risks to an economy, including increased interest payments, reduced government spending on essential services, and potential constraints on future borrowing capacity. • Governments often strive to maintain a balance between managing their debt levels and meeting their spending requirements to ensure sustainable fiscal policies.
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  Meaning Debt Crisis •A debt crisis refers to a situation in which a government, organization, or individual is unable to meet its debt obligations, typically due to an unsustainable level of debt relative to its income or assets. • Debt crisis occurs when a government is unable to service its debt, leading to difficulties in accessing further financing, defaulting on debt payments, or requiring assistance from external sources to manage its debt burden.
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  Debt Crisis inDifferent Country/Area Latin American Debt Crisis (1980s): Many Latin American countries, including Mexico, Brazil, and Argentina, faced a severe debt crisis in the 1980s. High levels of borrowing, combined with factors such as global economic downturns and high interest rates, led to debt defaults and economic turmoil in the region
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  Cont.... African Debt Crisis(1980s-1990s): Several African countries experienced debt crises during the 1980s and 1990s, exacerbated by factors such as low commodity prices, political instability, and mismanagement of resources. This led to widespread debt default, economic stagnation, and poverty in many African nations.
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  Conti.... Asian Financial Crisis(1997-1998): Triggered initially by the collapse of the Thai baht, the Asian financial crisis affected several countries in the region, including Thailand, Indonesia, South Korea, and Malaysia. High levels of foreign borrowing, speculative investments, and weak financial regulations contributed to the crisis, leading to currency devaluations, banking collapses, and severe economic downturns.
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  Conti.... Greek Debt Crisis(2010s): Greece faced a significant debt crisis in the aftermath of the global financial crisis of 2007-2008. High levels of public debt, coupled with structural weaknesses in the economy and fiscal mismanagement, led to a sovereign debt crisis. Greece required multiple bailouts from international creditors, including the European Union and the International Monetary Fund.
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  Effect of DebtCrisis • Economic Contraction: Debt crises lead to economic downturns, characterized by reduced economic activity, negative GDP growth, and rising unemployment • Currency Depreciation and Inflation: Debt crises can lead to currency depreciation as investor confidence declines and capital flows out of the country.
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  Cont.... • Financial Instability:Debt crises often result in financial instability, as banks and financial institutions face increased risks of default and liquidity shortages. • Humanitarian Impact: Debt crises can have severe humanitarian consequences, particularly in developing countries with limited social safety nets. Reduced government spending on essential services such as healthcare, education, and social welfare programs.
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  Cont...... • Investment andGrowth Impacts: Debt crises can deter investment, both domestic and foreign, as investors become wary of economic instability and policy uncertainty. • Sovereignty and Dependency: debt crises can erode national sovereignty as heavily indebted countries become dependent on external creditors and international financial institutions for financial assistance.