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title: "'Going Broke Slowly': Top Strategist Sounds Alarm On Mounting US Debt Fueled By Political Decisions"
description: "David Kelly, chief global strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, warns that the U.S. is slowly heading towards a financial crisis due to mounting debt, exacerbated by political decisions. He pred"
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# 'Going Broke Slowly': Top Strategist Sounds Alarm On Mounting US Debt Fueled By Political Decisions

> David Kelly, chief global strategist at J.P. Morgan Asset Management, warns that the U.S. is slowly heading towards a financial crisis due to mounting debt, exacerbated by political decisions. He predicts the debt-to-GDP ratio could rise from 99.9% to 102.2% within a year, especially if a recession occurs. Kelly emphasizes the need for investors to diversify their portfolios as U.S. spending outpaces revenue. Billionaire investor Ray Dalio also cautions about a potential economic crisis linked to the national debt, which is currently 40% higher than revenue.

The U.S. is heading towards a financial crisis, and the process is happening at a slow pace, cautioned **David Kelly,** the chief global strategist at **J.P. Morgan Asset Management**.

## Debt Could Rise Faster Amid Economic Strains

Kelly highlighted the U.S. government’s long-term financial obligations as a major concern. He pointed out that despite geopolitical tensions, trade wars, and the government shutdown, the primary issue is how the government will manage its debts.

He acknowledged that investors are already aware of the debt trajectory but emphasized that the issue will develop gradually over time. “…while we are going broke, we are going broke slowly,” said Kelly.

He also cautioned that debt could rise more quickly than expected, particularly if a recession occurs or if there is significant new spending on domestic or international priorities.

As per their assumptions, the debt-to-GDP ratio would rise from 99.9% on Sept. 30 to 102.2% of GDP 12 months later.

## Politics Could Worsen Debt, Hit Dollar

He also warned that political decisions could accelerate the decline of federal finances, potentially driving up long-term interest rates and weakening the dollar.

“There is a danger that political choices lead to a faster deterioration in the federal finances,” wrote Kelly.

As per Kelly, the U.S. government can still issue 30-year debt at a yield of only 4.6%, suggesting there is still capacity for additional borrowing. He also urged investors to consider diversifying their portfolios with alternative assets and international equities amid current allocations and valuations.

## US Spending Outpaces Revenue

Kelly’s warning comes amid growing concerns about the U.S. national debt. **Ray Dalio**, the billionaire investor and founder of **Bridgewater Associates**, had previously predicted a “debt-induced economic heart attack” within three years, likening the U.S. deficit to a lifetime of overeating fatty foods and smoking.

In another warning, Dalio described the national debt situation as being at a critical juncture, stating that the nation was now spending 40% more than it was taking in.

Meanwhile, President **Donald Trump** had suggested that the U.S. could pay off its $37 trillion debt burden with Bitcoin (CRYPTO: BTC). However, calculations based on Treasury data and blockchain supply metrics suggest that Bitcoin’s circulating supply of roughly 19.93 million coins would need to reach a combined value of $37 trillion to offset the U.S. debt load.

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