Investment Firms Prepare to Negotiate $60 Billion Venezuela Debt
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 10 2026- Debt Restructuring Outlook: The Venezuela Creditor Committee, including Fidelity and Morgan Stanley, is ready to negotiate $60 billion in defaulted Venezuelan bonds, which could accelerate financing across all sectors of the Venezuelan economy if successful.
- Political Shift Impact: With thawing relations between the U.S. and Venezuela, acting leader Delcy Rodriguez has expressed willingness to collaborate with the Trump administration to boost oil production, potentially creating favorable conditions for debt restructuring.
- Massive Debt Scale: Venezuela's total debt is estimated at $170 billion, including past-due interest and other obligations, making it one of the largest sovereign debt restructurings in decades, which could significantly impact global financial markets.
- U.S. Bank Opportunities: U.S. banks like JPMorgan may find opportunities in Venezuela's oil sector, particularly in trade financing and infrastructure investment, despite facing significant challenges in the current political landscape.
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Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
