📉 Bankruptcies in the USA: a record in 14 years! 💼
Since the beginning of 2024, 570 companies in the USA have declared bankruptcy. This is a record figure that even surpassed the levels during the COVID-19 pandemic. 😲
💡 Why is this happening?
1️⃣ High interest rates — companies cannot bear the debt burden. 💸
2️⃣ Decreased demand for certain goods and services.
3️⃣ Economic turbulence — rising prices and instability in the markets.
📊 Interesting figures:
It hasn't happened in 14 years!
Even in 2020, at the peak of the pandemic, the figure was lower.
⚠️ What does this mean for business?
Small and medium businesses are suffering the most.
Market consolidation: strong companies survive, weak ones go under.
For investors, this is a signal to be cautious, especially regarding company debts.
💬 What do you think, will this mark the beginning of a new wave of crisis or will the market stabilize? Share your thoughts! 👇