Americans’ debt soars near Great Recession levels, even as wealth levels rise: Fed data
Americans’ debt has soared near levels not seen since the wake of the Great Recession – a cause for concern even as most families have seen their wealth increase and consumer spending has remained strong, according to federal data released Friday.

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- Published: Oct 9, 2026, 9:45 PM UTC
- Coverage area: Economy & Markets
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