Economy News Student Loan Repayments Are Back Here’s What That Could Mean For The Economy

A stagflationary period lies ahead for the U.S. economy, but reacceleration will follow, economist predicts

The k-shaped consumer economy is set to persist and investors must be wary of any slowdown in AI investment affecting the broader economy, says Apollo economist. Read More

Federal student loans are changing. Here's what to expect in 2026

Preston Cooper at AEI recently published an analysis of the latest federal student loan data, and the results were sobering: 5.5 million borrowers in default, another 3.7 million more than 270 days ... Read More

Some student loan borrowers could see wages garnished starting in early 2026: 'Hit where it hurts'

The Department of Education expects wage garnishment notices to be sent to some borrowers in default starting in January. Read More

Trump wants to end the SAVE student loan repayment plan. Here's what that could mean

Donald Trump's administration has an agreement with Missouri that could end the SAVE plan for millions of student loan borrowers. The Saving on Valuable Education (SAVE) plan, introduced in 2023, is ... Read More

Minimum wage graduates could make student loan repayments by 2030 after Budget threshold freeze

Student loan repayment thresholds are set to remain frozen for a further three years from April 2027, Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced in the Autumn Budget, meaning more low earners will start ... Read More

Student loan borrowers in default could see wage garnishments begin in 2026

The Education Department signaled earlier this year that it would move to resume wage garnishment, among other forms of involuntary collection, for those in default. Read More

Lower student loan bills may be coming—even for high earners

Here’s some good news: If you have student loan debt, you could soon qualify for a repayment plan that comes with lower monthly bills. The eligibility requirements for the Income-Based Repayment (IBR) ... Read More

Student Loans For 6.4 Million Borrowers Are Heading Toward A Dangerous ‘Cliff’

Many Americans are struggling with their student loans and millions are heading toward a default cliff, with potentially major financial consequences. Read More

Student Loans

Some are looking for new repayment options, with interest on the federal SAVE plan set to start accruing again on Friday. More Americans are falling behind on college debt payments, squeezing their ... Read More