Kevin Hassett Criticizes Moody’s US Credit Rating Downgrade

Kevin Hassett, Trump-era economist, has labeled Moody’s downgrade of US debt as “backward-looking,” maintaining the safety and appeal of US Treasury bonds.

The downgrade raises concerns about US fiscal policy, with potential implications for global financial stability and investor sentiment.

US Credit Rating Slips to AA1 Amid Debt Concerns

Moody’s downgraded the US credit rating from AAA to AA1, citing high national debt and interest payment ratios. This change shifted the outlook from negative to stable, reflecting fiscal concerns.

Kevin Hassett, former Chairman of the Council of Economic Advisers, expressed his skepticism about the downgrade. He emphasized the safety of US debt, opposing Moody’s assessment made during Biden’s administration.

Downgrade Alters Perception of US Credit Risk

The downgrade indicates an altered perception of US credit risk. It indirectly shifts financial market dynamics, affecting risk appetite and bond yield adjustments, though cryptocurrency impacts remain unclear.

The fiscal caution reflects broader economic concerns under the current administration, impacting how investors and governments interact with US fiscal policies. Markets remain responsive to such rating actions.

Historic Downgrades and Their Financial Ripples

US credit downgrades have historically caused temporary disruptions in global markets. Past events, like the 2011 S&P downgrade, led to volatile market reactions and recovery in US asset demand eventually. Kevin Hassett, White House National Economic Council Director, stated, “There’s no country’s debt that I’d rather have than the United States’, and so Moody’s can do what it wants to. As Secretary Bessent said, it’s a backward-looking thing, penalizing us for all the reckless spending of the Biden Administration.” – Daily Hodl

Market analysts predict potential risk sentiment shifts in the short term. Long-term outcomes hinge on US economic policies and global financial system resilience as observed in similar past scenarios.