Private credit’s woes continue artwork
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Private credit’s woes continue

Aug 17, 2026 · 12:11

Private credit is under strain as troubled loans swell, JPMorgan boss Jamie Dimon warned Britain’s chancellor against higher bank taxes, and the cost of shipping through many global maritime chokepoints are hitting record highs. Plus, the US is sitting on a mountain of debt – can anyone fix it? Mentioned in this podcast:Private credit under strain as troubled loans swellJamie Dimon warns UK c…