The Strategy Behind the US Debt Eradication

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If you are carrying a massive debt with no ability to pay, only two paths remain: declaring default or debt forgiveness. Even within debt forgiveness, there is a subtle, natural way to achieve it.

I believe this is precisely what the United States is aiming for right now.

That mechanism is lowering the value of currency—inflation.

Today, I would like to share why I am convinced the US is intentionally encouraging inflation, along with practical counterstrategy.

Historical Precedents of Debt Liquidation via Inflation

Right after World War II, when their debt-to-GDP ratios surpassed 100% and 250% respectively, the US and the UK capped interest rates at around 2% while allowing high inflation rates of up to 7% to run unchecked. Consequently, the US debt ratio plummeted to 20%, and the UK's fell to 50%.

Germany, following its defeat in World War I, faced astronomical war reparations. To settle them, the Reichsbank printed marks without limit, triggering hyperinflation. As a result, the real value of mark-denominated debt converged to zero, completely wiping out the obligation.

Post-WWII Japan similarly combined extreme inflation, deposit freezes, and strict interest rate controls to melt away its national debt. Even in recent times, Japan manages its debt ratio by suppressing long-term interest rates while encouraging inflation.

France and Italy also actively tolerated annual inflation rates of around 20% during the post-war period.

Countries like Brazil and Argentina mobilized central bank money-printing to shrink government debt issued in local currencies. While they succeeded in reducing their debt burdens, they suffered severe side effects from crashing currency values.

Current US Policy Intentions

Looking at recent US policy, this playbook is clearly visible:

  • Average Inflation Targeting (AIT): The Federal Reserve's adoption of AIT was essentially an explicit declaration that it would tolerate inflation above 2% for extended periods.

  • Tariffs, IRA, and the CHIPS Act: Policies promoting domestic manufacturing boost GDP, but by accepting the high costs associated with local production, the underlying idea is to reduce the debt-to-GDP ratio by letting higher price levels run.

Impact on Society

Medium-to-long-term inflation inflicts a devastating blow on the working and middle classes. The purchasing power of cash erodes, leaving only the wealthy—who hold massive real assets—capable of preserving their wealth. However, a decline in the economic strength of ordinary citizens is ultimately harmful to the wealthy as well.

At its core, tolerating inflation is a drastic remedy used by governments prioritizing debt relief above all else.

What Should the South Korean Government Do?

America’s export of inflation combined with a strong dollar stimulates South Korea's import prices and exerts upward pressure on interest rates. The Korean government must build a solid financial safety net through measures such as currency swaps and diversify raw material supply chains. Furthermore, it must rein in fiscal spending while focusing on regulatory reform and infrastructure investment to boost corporate productivity—because high-quality jobs are the best form of welfare.

Practical Survival Strategies for Individuals

The survival strategy is straightforward:

  1. Diversify Portfolios: Reduce exposure to simple savings accounts and shift toward dollar-denominated assets, high-quality equities, and tangible assets.

  2. Manage Household Debt: Transition variable-rate loans into fixed rates to prepare for prolonged high interest rates, and pay down non-income-generating debt.

  3. Focus on High-Yield Assets: Real estate in prime locations near transit hubs, blue-chip stocks, and a strong career are the only assets capable of beating inflation over the long run.

A crisis is like a season. If you prepare for it, you can eve
n capitalize on it. Thank you.

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