What is 'financial repression' – and should countries embrace it as debt climbs?

With global debt levels soaring, governments may be tempted to use ‘financial repression’ to lower their debt-to-GDP ratio. What is it and what are the risks?

Mar 25, 2025 - 11:29
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What is 'financial repression' – and should countries embrace it as debt climbs?
With global debt levels soaring, governments may be tempted to use ‘financial repression’ to lower their debt-to-GDP ratio. What is it and what are the risks?