Part 7/9:
The Broader Economic Implications
The fallout from reduced credit scores among student loan borrowers will likely extend beyond individual financial challenges; it could drag down consumer spending and home purchasing in a synchronized manner. Those most affected—borrowers who once enjoyed prime credit status—will find themselves categorized as subprime, dramatically altering their access to loans.
This evolving landscape raises serious questions about the future of education financing, particularly amidst an ever-evolving job market impacted by AI and systemic layoffs. The long-held belief in the value of a college education may begin to shift, as the economic sirens of increasing student debt cast uncertainty over its return on investment.