The budget deficit for the United States in the fiscal year 2026 reaches 2 trillion dollars

The U.S. Department of the Treasury released data showing that as of September 30, the federal budget deficit for fiscal year 2026 totaled $2 trillion, an increase of $217 billion from the previous fiscal year, representing a 12% increase. The deficit for fiscal year 2026 accounts for 6.2% of GDP, and the total federal debt held by the public reached 100% of GDP.