Why the Deficit Might Actually Be Shrinking

The U.S. national debt just crossed $40 trillion, but Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent says the deficit may have peaked. In this episode, Lucas and Luna dig into the gap between the scary headline number and the actual annual shortfall. They explain why the deficit is shrinking even as the debt grows, what falling interest rates and a cooling labor market have to do with it, and why the next few quarters could surprise people who are bracing for a fiscal crisis. You'll learn the difference between the stock of debt and the flow of borrowing, how a strong dollar and cheaper oil are quietly helping, and why the Fed's next moves matter more than the debt ceiling theatrics. If you've ever confused national debt with the deficit, this one's for you. #USDebt #BudgetDeficit #ScottBessent #Treasury #FiscalPolicy #NationalDebt #InterestRates #FedPolicy #Economics #MacroData #GDP #Inflation #LaborMarket #TreasuryBuybacks #GovernmentSpending #Business #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo