Wait ... how big is our debt?

Published: Jan. 31, 2024, 12:20 a.m.

At $34 trillion, U.S. federal debt is at a record level. And economists say we\u2019re entering uncharted waters with a 120% debt-to-GDP ratio. So, when should we start to worry? Also in this episode: Consumer confidence reaches a two-year high, activity heats up in the corporate bond market and beef Wellington takes center stage at Shanghai restaurants.