Rising Tide of Corporate Debt Defaults: An 80% Surge in 2023 Signals Troubling Trends Ahead In 2023, corporate debt defaults experienced a substantial 80% increase, with 153 companies failing to meet their debt obligations, compared to 85 the previous year. This rate was the highest in seven years, excluding the peak during the Covid-19 crisis. The defaults were predominantly among low-rated companies with negative cash flows, heavy debt burdens, and weak liquidity, especially in the consumer-facing sectors, such as media and entertainment. According to S&P Global Ratings, the situation may remain challenging in 2024. Corporate America, currently shouldering a $13.7 trillion debt load, may face further credit deterioration, especially among lower-rated issuers. Despite potential rate cuts, financing costs are expected to stay high. « Previous Article Next Article » Share This Article Choose Your Platform: Facebook Twitter Google Plus Linkedin Related Posts CPI Up 0.4% in February, a 3.2% Increase From a YearAgo READ MORE Currency Watch: Dollar Rises, Eyes Set on Upcoming U.S. Inflation Insights READ MORE Asia gold: Dealers grapple as sky-high rates erode demand in key hubs READ MORE Crude Oil Rally Loses Steam as Technicals Signal Pullback READ MORE The Asset that Soared 100X Past Gold READ MORE Add a Comment Cancel replyYour email address will not be published. Required fields are marked *Name * Email * Save my name, email, and website in this browser for the next time I comment. Comment