Fitch Ratings announced it is maintaining the United States government's credit rating at AA+ with a stable outlook, citing the large economy, high per capita income, and the dollar's status as the world's primary reserve currency as factors supporting the country's creditworthiness. Fitch expects the US economy to grow by about 1.9 percent during 2026 to 2027, slowing from 2.8 percent growth in 2025, and forecasts average inflation of about 3.4 percent in 2026, above the Federal Reserve's 2 percent target. Fitch also expects the overall government budget deficit to rise to 7.4 percent of GDP in 2026 and remain at that level in 2027, which is the highest compared with other countries rated in the AA category, with fiscal pressures likely to increase from defense spending, interest costs, and the burdens of Medicare and Social Security programs.
