Despite Germany’s current debt-to-GDP ratio of 63.5%, significantly lower than the EU average of 87.8%, experts warn that the government’s aggressive borrowing strategy may lead to increased financial risks. Thiess Büttner, chair of the Scientific Advisory Board of the Stability Council, cautions that this trajectory could soon conflict with EU deficit rules and jeopardize sustainable debt management. An analysis by Handelsblatt reveals alarming indicators suggesting that the federal budget may face acute imbalances in the near future.