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What to make of the rise in business bankruptcies?

Business bankruptcies rose further in the first half of 2024, mainly due to higher Chapter 11 filings as firms were forced to restructure their debts. It is typically the change in borrowing costs that matters most for Chapter 11 bankruptcies, however, suggesting that relief is in sight for struggling firms, which would limit the downside risks to the economy.  

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