The Latest
The Peter G. Peterson Foundation is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization focused on building a brighter economic future for all Americans. Browse our latest content and updates.
News
August 13, 2026
Can Investing in the Stock Market Save Social Security?
Given Social Security’s unsustainable finances, some policymakers have proposed incorporating stock market investments as part of a solution.
August 13, 2026
Chart Pack: Individual Taxes
A selection of key charts on individual income taxes in the United States and how they fit within the federal budget.
August 11, 2026
Chart Pack: Healthcare
These charts illustrate the growth in U.S. healthcare spending and how it affects the federal budget.
August 7, 2026
How Does Labor Supply Impact the Fiscal Outlook?
Labor supply plays a central role in the United States’ fiscal outlook and currently stands at a turning point.
August 3, 2026
The Four Key Institutions in the Federal Budget Process
Four institutions provide the analytical foundation for nearly every federal budget decision.
August 3, 2026
How Rising National Debt Drives Up Interest Rates — and What That Means for Americans
By adding upward pressure to interest rates, the rising national debt can increase the cost of living for American households.
July 31, 2026
Voters Deeply Concerned about National Debt, Inflation and Affordability
“As Congress considers election year budget proposals, the national debt keeps rising and American families are paying the price through higher interest rates and inflation,” said Michael A. Peterson.
July 29, 2026
The Fed Held Its Target Range For the Fifth Meeting in a Row but Interest Costs Remain High
High interest rates on U.S. Treasury securities increase the federal government’s borrowing costs.