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Japan’s debt is immense relative to its economy—nearly 225% of GDP, or about $8.8 trillion—with households and businesses also highly leveraged. The country’s aging population places a heavy burden on social services.

Europe

In Europe, countries like France and Italy carry high debt loads—114% of GDP and 138%, respectively. France’s debt stands at $3.6 trillion, with household and corporate debts also significant. Italy’s national debt is comparably high but has relatively lower household and corporate debt levels due to cultural lending practices.

The UK

The United Kingdom’s debt is approximately $3.6 trillion, creeping past 100% of GDP last year, signifying the growing challenge of managing national finances.

Who Owns the Debt?