Believe it or not, the countries with the highest total government debt are not necessarily those that carry the heaviest debt burdens. The scenario changes considerably depending on whether the debt is measured in dollars or in relation to the size of the country's economy.
The most indebted countries in the world in 2026: Brazil's position
Believe it or not, the countries with the highest total government debt are not necessarily those that carry the heaviest debt burdens. The scenario changes considerably depending on whether the debt is measured in dollars or in relation...
This gallery uses 2026 projections from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to compare the 30 most indebted governments in the world using both metrics. Click to see how the global giants compare when it comes to lending.
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This gallery uses 2026 projections from the International Monetary Fund (IMF) to compare the 30 most indebted governments in the world using both metrics. Click to see how the global giants compare when it comes to lending. Brazil's position will surprise you.
Read Also: Court suspends dismissals from Casas Bahia and restricts new cuts