https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/america-s-40-trillion-national-debt-boosts-the-odds-of-a-lost-decade-for-stocks-market-researcher-warnsContinuously updated, source-cited coverage. https://www.live-feeds.com/feed/america-s-40-trillion-national-debt-boosts-the-odds-of-a-lost-decade-for-stocks-market-researcher-warnshttps://www.live-feeds.com/feed/america-s-40-trillion-national-debt-boosts-the-odds-of-a-lost-decade-for-stocks-market-researcher-warns#u53730Tue, 01 Sep 2026 08:50:41 +0000The United States national debt has exceeded $40 trillion, triggering warnings from market researchers that the milestone increases the likelihood of a lost decade for stocks. The debt level is impacting consumer costs, including mortgage payments, and has led to panic among economists who previously viewed the debt as manageable. While political leaders from both parties continue to trade blame, the ballooning total is described as a threat to the general quality of life for Americans and a potential catalyst for a dangerous debt spiral.Why it mattersNational debt levels influence Treasury yi