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“A global economy that is levering up, while unable to generate enough aggregate demand to achieve potential growth, is on a risky path.” quote by Michael Spence
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“A global economy that is levering up, while unable to generate enough aggregate demand to achieve potential growth, is on a risky path.”

Michael Spence

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Source Speech: Economic Forum, 2023

When an economy expands credit faster than demand, it creates instability and potential slowdown.

In simple terms: Too much borrowing without enough buying hurts growth.

Key Takeaway

Balance credit growth with demand.

Themes

economics risk growth policy

Mood

cautious analytical

Type

analytical policy.

When to use this quote

  • government budgeting
  • business investment
  • consumer spending
  • monetary policy

Key Concepts

aggregate demand leverage potential growth financial stability

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policy stimulate demand without over‑leveraging?
  • What signs indicate an economy is over‑leveraged?
A Different Perspective

If demand remains weak, leverage can lead to debt crises.

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