BlackRock CEO: US$36 trillion in national debt could 'crush' the economy
Odaily News Larry Fink, CEO of BlackRock, the world's largest asset management company, warned at the Forbes 2025 Summit that the United States will "drowned" in debt unless it finds a way to stimulate and grow the economy.
Fink pointed out that the U.S. national debt has grown from $8 trillion in 2000 to $36 trillion today, and the upcoming tax bill is expected to add another $2.3-2.4 trillion. He stressed that if the United States fails to achieve a real growth rate of 3% per year, it will face a serious crisis.
Despite the dire situation, Fink still proposed solutions, including unleashing more private capital, streamlining the permitting process, rebuilding infrastructure and addressing the expected shortage of 500,000 electricians. He said the foundation for growth is still there, but if the United States continues to linger in 2% economic growth, the national debt will eventually overwhelm the country. (The Daily Hodl)
