How Countries Go Broke by John Mauldin & William White

The Definitive Guide to Sovereign Debt, Financial Crises, and What Comes Next

How Countries Go Broke is a compelling and urgent examination of the forces that push nations to the brink of financial collapse. Written by renowned economist and financial strategist John Mauldin alongside former Bank for International Settlements chief economist William White, this book draws on decades of experience to explain why sovereign debt crises happen, how they unfold, and what governments, investors, and citizens can do about them.

From the Eurozone debt crisis to emerging market defaults, from Japan's debt mountain to the looming fiscal challenges facing the United States, Mauldin and White take you inside the mechanics of national insolvency with clarity, rigour, and a rare gift for making complex economics accessible to every reader.

Why This Book Matters

• A clear-eyed analysis of how sovereign debt crises develop and escalate
• Real-world case studies from Europe, Asia, Latin America, and beyond
• Practical insights for investors navigating an era of fiscal instability
• Written by two of the world's most respected voices in global economics
• Essential reading for investors, policymakers, economists, and informed citizens

Publisher: Simon & Schuster  |  Language: English  |  ISBN: 9781398551466  |  Weight: 475g