US corporate investment-grade debt issuance is expected to increase by 25% in 2026, reaching a record $2.25 trillion. Net new debt is projected to jump 57% year-over-year to $1 trillion, driven by the AI revolution. This surge in corporate borrowing marks a historic high, with US national debt now exceeding 100% of GDP for the first time since World War II. AI
IMPACT The AI revolution is a primary driver for a projected record surge in corporate borrowing, indicating significant investment in AI infrastructure and development.
RANK_REASON Significant increase in corporate debt issuance driven by AI, alongside a notable national debt milestone. [lever_c_demoted from significant: ic=1 ai=0.7]
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