Podcasts about government bonds

Listener Craig asks: Can you please explain (a Dummies Guide to) Government Bonds? I suspect many don't know what they are and I think I'm reasonably intelligent and I find them a bit hard to understand. Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Support the show: http://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Listener Craig asks: Can you please explain (a Dummies Guide to) Government Bonds? I suspect many don't know what they are and I think I'm reasonably intelligent and I find them a bit hard to understand. Join Sean Aylmer & Michael Thompson as they answer questions on business, investing, economics, politics and more.If you have your own question for Ask Fear & Greed, get in touch via our website, LinkedIn, Instagram or Facebook!Find out more: https://fearandgreed.com.auSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Stocks drop again as China retaliates with a 125% tax rate on US goods.

04 Mar 2025 - Opportunities for fixed-rate bond investors

After sending congratulations to the Super Bowl champion Eagles, today we dive into a dense and important topic: the U.S. federal debt. There's a lot of fear and misinformation around this issue, so we break down what the numbers really mean and how they compare to history.Alex kicks things off by clarifying key terms. A deficit occurs when the government spends more than it brings in during a given year. The debt is the accumulation of all past deficits, minus any surpluses. The U.S. has run a deficit in 46 of the last 50 years, meaning it consistently spends more than it collects in revenue. To cover these shortfalls, the government borrows money by selling treasury securities to investors, institutions, and foreign governments. The debt's significance is often measured against the country's total economic output—its debt-to-GDP ratio—which has averaged about 64% since 1939 but has spiked dramatically at key moments in history.We've seen two major surges in debt-to-GDP: during World War II, when it reached 120%, and during COVID-19, when emergency spending pushed it to 125%. While this ratio has come down slightly since the pandemic, it remains historically high. Similarly, the deficit-to-GDP ratio, which measures the size of the annual shortfall relative to economic output, has averaged 3.4% over time but ballooned to around 6.4% in recent years.Ed walks us through the current numbers. As of 2025, the U.S. total debt stands at $36.2 trillion, with about $28.9 trillion held by the public and $7.3 trillion held by government programs like Social Security. Given that GDP is around $29 trillion, our debt-to-GDP ratio sits at 120%, nearly double its long-term average. The U.S. ran a $1.8 trillion deficit in 2024 and is on track for a similar shortfall in 2025. Experts believe a sustainable deficit level should be closer to 3% of GDP, meaning we'd need to close a $1 trillion annual gap through tax increases, spending cuts, or a mix of both.A common concern we address is the idea that foreign nations “own” the U.S. through debt holdings. In reality, only about 23% of U.S. debt is held by foreign countries, with Japan and China being the largest holders. However, they invest in U.S. debt not to control us but because U.S. treasuries are among the safest assets in the world.So, should we be panicking? Not necessarily. As Ed reminds us, people have been warning about a debt crisis for decades. Ross Perot famously made it a central issue of his 1992 presidential campaign when the debt was just $4 trillion.  And yes, we may have detoured for a moment into Ross Perot and "Dana Carvey doing Ross Perot" impressions.Today's debt and deficit numbers are bigger, but so is the U.S. economy. While the current trajectory isn't sustainable forever, it's not an immediate crisis either—more of an issue that will need to be addressed over time.If you're wondering how these macroeconomic trends impact your personal financial planning, feel free to reach out. Visit Birch Run Financial, email info@birchrunfinancial.com, or call 484-395-2190. You can always email Alex and Ed at info@birchrunfinancial.com or give them a call at 484-395-2190.Or visit them on the web at https://www.birchrunfinancial.com/Alex and Ed's Book: Mastering The Money Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Money-Mind-Thinking-Personal/dp/1544530536 Any opinions are those of Ed Lambert Alex Cabot, and Jon Gay and not necessarily those of RJFS or Raymond James. The information contained in this report does not purport to be a complete description of the securities, markets, or developments referred to in this material. There is no assurance any of the trends mentioned will continue or forecasts will occur. The information has been obtained from sources considered to be reliable, but Raymond James does not guarantee that the foregoing material is accurate or complete. Any information is not a complete summary or statement of all available data necessary for making an investment decision and does not constitute a recommendation. The examples throughout this material are for illustrative purposes only. Raymond James does not provide tax or legal services. Please discuss these matters with the appropriate professional. Diversification and asset allocation do not ensure a profit or protect against a loss. Past performance is not indicative of future returns. CDs are insured by the FDIC and offer a fixed rate of return, whereas the return and principal value of investment securities fluctuate with changes in market conditions. The S&P 500 is an unmanaged index of 500 widely held stocks that is generally considered representative of the U.S. Stock Market. Keep in mind that individuals cannot invest directly in any index, and index performance does not include transaction costs or other fees, which will affect actual investment performance. Individual investor's results will vary. This information is not intended as a solicitation or an offer to buy or sell any security referred to herein. Future investment performance cannot be guaranteed, investment yields will fluctuate with market conditions. International investing involves special risks, including currency fluctuations, differing financial accounting standards, and possible political and economic volatility. There is an inverse relationship between interest rate movements and bond prices. Generally, when interest rates rise, bond prices fall and when interest rates fall, bond prices generally rise. Investing in small cap stocks generally involves greater risks, and therefore, may not be appropriate for every investor. The prices of small company stocks may be subject to more volatility than those of large company stocks. Securities offered through Raymond James Financial Services, Inc. Member FINRA/SIPC. Investment advisory services offered through Raymond James Financial Services Advisors, Inc. Birch Run Financial is not a registered broker/dealer and is independent of Raymond James Financial Services. 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Sarah Muir and David Broomfield look at the recent rout in bond markets. What's driving the global trend in rising yields? Why is term premia so important and what impact do rising yields have on the attractiveness of other asset classes? This week's quick fire numbers are 10%V and 1.3 million.

Ben Bennett, our Head of Investment Strategy for Asia, dissects the recent rise in government bond yields, and market mood ahead of Donald Trump's inauguration on Monday. Also up for discussion are earnings season expectations, supply-side oil pressures, and what might be the most disappointing Christmas present on record.  This podcast is hosted by Harry Brooks, Content Manager. All data is sourced from Eikon as at 14 January 2025 unless otherwise stated. For professional investors only. Capital at risk. Securities mentioned for illustrative purposes only. Reference to a particular security is on a historic basis and does not mean that the security is currently held or will be held within an LGIM portfolio. The above information does not constitute a recommendation to buy or sell any security.

What is driving the demand for bonds? What makes a bond fund tick? We talk with a fund manager to find out. • Learn more at thriventfunds.com • Follow us on LinkedIn • Share feedback and questions with us at podcast@thriventfunds.com • Thrivent Distributors, LLC is a member of FINRA and a subsidiary of Thrivent, the marketing name for Thrivent Financial for Lutherans.

President-elect Donald Trump selects vaccine skeptic Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the Department of Health and Human Services. Bond markets are reacting to Trump's economic proposals, with fears of rising inflation and higher borrowing costs that could affect everyday Americans. And, President Biden meets China's Xi Jinping in Peru for a final summit, aiming to maintain stability during the transition of power to a new administration.Want more comprehensive analysis of the most important news of the day, plus a little fun? Subscribe to the Up First newsletter.Today's episode of Up First was edited by Diane Webber, Pallavi Gogoi, Roberta Rampton, Mohamad ElBardicy, and Alice Woelfle.It was produced by Ziad Buchh, Nia Dumas and Julie Depenbrock.And our Executive Producer is Erika Aguilar.We get engineering support from Robert Rodriguez. And our technical director is Zac Coleman.Learn more about sponsor message choices: podcastchoices.com/adchoicesNPR Privacy Policy

Stephen Foerster, a professor of finance at the Ivy Business School, discusses various topics related to investing, including the impact of election years on the markets, the importance of having an investment philosophy, and the role of bonds in a portfolio. Foerster shares his personal investment philosophy and highlights the challenges of trying to outperform the market. He also shares stories from history, such as Roman generals and the New York Mets, to illustrate investing lessons about knowing when to do nothing and understanding opportunity costs. Learn more about Steve's work and new book at https://stephenrfoerster.com. Keywords: investing, election years, markets, investment philosophy, bonds, national debt, government bonds, corporate bonds, risk-free, interest rates, inflation, bond prices, investment horizon, liquidity needs, inverted yield curve, diversification, opportunity costs, financial goals Chapters 00:00- Introduction and Background of Stephen Foerster 03:33- The Importance of an Investment Philosophy 16:14- The Role of Financial Advisors in Emotional Support 18:07- The Value of Simplicity and Index Funds 20:04- The Impact of Presidential Policies and Interest Rates 28:30- The Concerns Surrounding the National Debt 34:3- Understanding the Distinction between Government Bonds and Corporate Bonds 37:55- The Risk of Not Getting Money Back with Corporate Bonds 44:28- The Inverse Relationship between Interest Rates and Bond Prices 51:53- The Importance of Diversification in Investment Portfolios 57:13- Knowing When to Not Take Action 01:05:46- The Three Levers to Reach Financial Goals This podcast is for informational purposes only. Guest speakers and their firms are not affiliated with or endorsed by PAS or Guardian. This material contains the current opinions of the speakers but not necessarily those of PAS, Guardian or its subsidiaries and such opinions are subject to change without notice. None of the organizations mentioned in this podcast have any affiliation with Guardian or PAS. Bryan Kuderna is a Registered Representative and Financial Advisor of Park Avenue Securities LLC (PAS). OSJ: 50 Tice Blvd. Woodcliff Lake, NJ 07677 (973)244-4420. Securities products and advisory services offered through PAS, member FINRA, SIPC. Financial Representative of The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America® (Guardian), New York, NY. PAS is a wholly owned subsidiary of Guardian. Kuderna Financial Team is not an affiliate or subsidiary of PAS or Guardian. CA Insurance License #OK04194 #7006931.1 Exp. 9/26

The integrity of bond markets on both sides of the Tasman is at stake as regulators probe issues of potential market manipulation, Australian Financial Review senior reporter Jonathan Shapiro says.Shapiro is covering the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) probe of the ANZ Group's role in a A$14 billion 2023 Australian government bond sale, and taking an interest in the Financial Markets Authority's probe into possible manipulation in New Zealand's wholesale interest rate and government bond markets. Speaking in the latest episode of the Of Interest podcastShapiro says the ASIC probe of ANZ boils down to allegations of interest rate rigging, allegations of providing false information to the Australian Office of Financial Management (AOFM), which manages the Australian government's debt portfolio and hired ANZ as risk manager for government bond issues, and workplace culture issues."What is alleged is in that role they [ANZ] might have moved the market in their favour and made trading profits. And those trading profits came at the expense of the [Australian] government because ultimately their alleged actions forced up the government bond [borrowing] rate. We calculated about five basis points extra ... and that's for $14 billion of debt over 11 years," Shapiro says.ANZ Group CEO Shayne Elliott says the bank itself has found no evidence misconduct or market manipulation by ANZ in connection with the bond issues cost the government financially. Elliott also says whilst some information provided to AOFM may have been incorrect, this was a mistake, rather than a deliberate act. Meanwhile, three traders have left the bank and a fourth has been warned.Shapiro says what's being alleged is very serious and everyone in Australia has an interest in the outcome because the government was ANZ's client.In New Zealand the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) says it's investigating two complaints about possible market manipulation in NZ's wholesale interest rate and government bond markets.Shapiro says market integrity is absolutely critical, with pension funds, sovereign wealth funds, central banks and other investors trading government bonds."They don't want to be on the other side of of any funny business...it's extremely important that these markets are trustworthy."Because they're viewed as the risk-free rate of return, government bond rates underpin the whole market, Shapiro notes."So regulators should absolutely be looking at any issues in these markets and making sure that they're transparent, that they're clean, and that there's nothing untoward going on. And one would think that participants in that market, especially the big banks of countries like New Zealand and Australia, would have an interest in making sure that, firstly, they're doing everything they can for their client, the government, but also making sure the bond market works as efficiently as it can."The ANZ Group has been left out of the last three Australian government bond issues, Shapiro says.In the podcast Shapiro also talks about why he refers to the ASIC probe as the biggest scandal in the ANZ Group's 182-year history, goes into detail on the three key issues at stake and the ANZ Group's responses, what's at stake for the bank potentially financially and reputationally, as well as for Elliott, possible similarities with what's at issue in the FMA investigations and more.*You can find all episodes of the Of Interest podcast here.

Imagine being locked out of lucrative opportunities in emerging market equities simply because accessing them is overly complex and bureaucratic. Frustrating, right?

Sun, 10 Mar 2024 06:57:00 +0000 https://jungeanleger.podigee.io/1392-austrian-stocks-in-english-atx-in-week-10-unchanged-from-now-on-we-have-continuous-auctions-for-austrian-government-bonds 3abc1d63196ae461f15911e296b9d7c0 Welcome to "Austrian Stocks in English - presented by Palfinger", the english spoken weekly Summary for the Austrian Stock Market, positioned every Sunday in the mostly german languaged Podcast "Audio-CD.at Indie Podcasts"- Wiener Börse, Sport Musik und Mehr“ . The following script is based on our 21st Austria weekly. This week in our 21st Austria weekly: ATX was unchanged in week 10, from now on we have continuous auctions for Austrian government bonds and on Friday we saw International Women's Day on the Vienna Stock Exchange. Bloomberg wrote that VIG and Uniqa may be targets of Italian Generali, VIG was bestperformer. News came from Valneva, Vienna Stock Exchange, Addiko, Palfinger, Uniqa and Zumtobel.  https://boerse-social.com/21staustria https://www.audio-cd.at/search/austrian%20stocks%20in%20english 30x30 Finanzwissen pur für Österreich auf Spotify spoken by Alison:: https://open.spotify.com/playlist/3MfSMoCXAJMdQGwjpjgmLm Please rate my Podcast on Apple Podcasts (or Spotify): https://podcasts.apple.com/at/podcast/audio-cd-at-indie-podcasts-wiener-boerse-sport-musik-und-mehr/id1484919130 .And please spread the word : https://www.boerse-social.com/21staustria - the address to subscribe to the weekly summary as a PDF. 1392 full no Christian Drastil Comm.

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After a 3 month hiatus away from the bond markets, Ireland sold €3 billion worth of 10 years Government bonds yesterday which was vastly oversubscribed. In fact only German bond yields are lower than Ireland's these days which is a long way from 2010 when we went into a bailout because no one would lend us money. Joining Joe this morning was Dave McEvoy Director of Funding and Debt Management with the NTMA.

What's happened in the world of money over the past month? Catch up with the world of finance in Owen's December 2023 market update, covering major market moves, bonds & the power of offset accounts.

Resilient domestic demand and record-high profit margins at cash-rich companies have helped shield the eurozone economy from much of the effect of higher interest rates. However, the full impact is likely to be felt in 2024. A slowdown could lead to a larger-than-expected deceleration in price pressures, potentially setting up the European Central Bank for rate cuts in the second half of 2024. 

Government bonds are considered the world's safest asset, setting the "risk-free rate" against which all other investments are judged. But with rising national debts and dwindling credit ratings, are they really above question? We discuss the implications for investors if government bonds are actually at risk of default. And in today's Dumb Question of the Week: Why choose bonds over simply holding cash? Selected links Aswath Damodaran Twitter threadIn Search of Safe Havens: The Trust Deficit and Risk-free Investments! (Aswath Damodaran)The Bond Bear Market & Asset Allocation (A Wealth of Common Sense)Get in touch

Laura Suter has some money-making tips in this week's podcast including where to get more than 6% on cash savings and where to find attractive incentives to switch current account provider. She also talks about the pay rise for anyone in a minimum wage job. Dan Coatsworth explains why global stock markets have taken a wobble following a sell-off in government bonds. He also talks about the latest results from Tesco and why Boohoo is going through a tough patch. Social media networks could soon be following in the footsteps of streaming platforms by charging users more money if they don't want to see advertising or have their personal details used for targeted advertising. Dan and Laura debate this matter and what it means for consumers. This week's special guest is Richard Sem from Pantheon Infrastructure who talks to Danni Hewson about the opportunities and pitfalls of investing in global digital networks as connectivity becomes more important.

Elisabetta Ferrara and Aditya Chordia discuss their recently published Global government bond activity chart pack outlining our latest views on the evolution of demand for Euro area government bonds.   This podcast was recorded on September 27, 2023. This communication is provided for information purposes only.  Institutional clients can view the related report at https://www.jpmm.com/research/content/GPS-4515185-0 for more information; please visit www.jpmm.com/research/disclosures for important disclosures. © 2023 JPMorgan Chase & Co. All rights reserved.

(9/7/23) Earnings season is wrapping up, just in time to get ready for the NEXT quarter's earnings reports! What do Parking Lot Reports and the markets have in common? Not much going on. Waiting for the lag; rising oil prices; markets sold off, and about to give a pullback, a normal function. Apple iPhones restricted in China: Is this an opportunity for more exposure? Market correction in a bullish trend. Preview of next Fed Meeting (9/20): One more look at Inflation. Prediction: Fed will do nothing as inflation normalizes. Economy IS slowing, recession IS coming, but lag effect not hitting for 6-moths? Effects of higher rates will take longer to be felt. The Big Bond Swap: Why we sold TLT. All economic markers for the next 20-years are downward; looking to futures & what if's. Advantages of bonds include guaranteed payback of principal; guaranteed income stream. Government Bonds and Risk-free Debt: Is it, really? Why higher interest rates are unsustainable; economy is debt-dependent. The myth of "Bond Vigilantes;" what happens when interest rates become an impediment to the economy. SEG-1: Parking Lot Reports & Market Activity SEG-2: Next Fed Meeting Preview SEG-3: The Big Bond Swap SEG-4: Is Government Debt Really "Risk Free" Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer -------- Watch today's show on our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RA4t87EVRuQ&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1&t=12s -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Why We Sold TLT" is here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5O_KdxR2kQY&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1 ------- Our previous show is here: "7 Investment Types You Should Avoid" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1NYwasSS0A&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1&t=4s -------- Articles mentioned in this report: "Risk Free Government Debt – Fact or Fiction?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/risk-free-government-debt-fact-or-fiction/ ------- Get more info & commentary: https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #InvestingAdvice #BondSwap #OilPrices #InterestRates #BondYields #FederalReserve #GovernmentDebt #RiskFree #Markets #Money #Investing

(9/7/23) Earnings season is wrapping up, just in time to get ready for the NEXT quarter's earnings reports! What do Parking Lot Reports and the markets have in common? Not much going on. Waiting for the lag; rising oil prices; markets sold off, and about to give a pullback, a normal function. Apple iPhones restricted in China: Is this an opportunity for more exposure? Market correction in a bullish trend. Preview of next Fed Meeting (9/20): One more look at Inflation. Prediction: Fed will do nothing as inflation normalizes. Economy IS slowing, recession IS coming, but lag effect not hitting for 6-moths? Effects of higher rates will take longer to be felt. The Big Bond Swap: Why we sold TLT. All economic markers for the next 20-years are downward; looking to futures & what if's. Advantages of bonds include guaranteed payback of principal; guaranteed income stream. Government Bonds and Risk-free Debt: Is it, really? Why higher interest rates are unsustainable; economy is debt-dependent. The myth of "Bond Vigilantes;" what happens when interest rates become an impediment to the economy. SEG-1: Parking Lot Reports & Market Activity SEG-2: Next Fed Meeting Preview SEG-3: The Big Bond Swap SEG-4: Is Government Debt Really "Risk Free" Hosted by RIA Advisors Chief Investment Strategist Lance Roberts, CIO, w Portfolio Manager Michael Lebowitz, CFA Produced by Brent Clanton, Executive Producer -------- Watch today's show on our YouTube channel:   https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RA4t87EVRuQ&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1&t=12s -------- The latest installment of our new feature, Before the Bell, "Why We Sold TLT" is here:  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5O_KdxR2kQY&list=PLwNgo56zE4RAbkqxgdj-8GOvjZTp9_Zlz&index=1 ------- Our previous show is here: "7 Investment Types You Should Avoid" https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N1NYwasSS0A&list=PLVT8LcWPeAugpcGzM8hHyEP11lE87RYPe&index=1&t=4s -------- Articles mentioned in this report: "Risk Free Government Debt – Fact or Fiction?" https://realinvestmentadvice.com/risk-free-government-debt-fact-or-fiction/ ------- Get more info & commentary:  https://realinvestmentadvice.com/newsletter/ -------- SUBSCRIBE to The Real Investment Show here: http://www.youtube.com/c/TheRealInvestmentShow -------- Visit our Site: https://www.realinvestmentadvice.com Contact Us: 1-855-RIA-PLAN -------- Subscribe to SimpleVisor: https://www.simplevisor.com/register-new -------- Connect with us on social: https://twitter.com/RealInvAdvice https://twitter.com/LanceRoberts https://www.facebook.com/RealInvestmentAdvice/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/realinvestmentadvice/ #InvestingAdvice #BondSwap #OilPrices #InterestRates #BondYields #FederalReserve #GovernmentDebt #RiskFree #Markets #Money #Investing

The Bank of England, like other Central Banks, is a weird entity, in that it can, if it wants create money. We saw that through the QE programmes, through which it acquired large portfolios of Government Bonds – known as guilts. The program ran from 2009 to 2022 and was designed to improve financing conditions … Continue reading "Is The Bank Of England Broke – And Does It Matter?"

One topic that has garnered attention this week is Fitch's decision to cut the US credit rating. This move has had implications for investments, interest rates, and overall market sentiment.Want to learn more?In this episode, Ryan Detrick & Sonu Varghese explore the recent downgrade of US debt by Fitch, its implications, and market reaction. Ryan and Sonu also touch on gridlock in Washington, macro policy performance, and the positive outlook on the economy. Additionally, they analyze the current state of the labor market and its impact on the economy.Ryan and Sonu discuss: The Fitch downgrade of US debt and the reasons behind itThe improvement in the debt to GDP ratio and the concerns about governance quality in WashingtonThe Fed's credibility and their response to the highest inflation in 40 yearsThe factors contributing to the rise in treasury yields and the impact of Fitch downgrading debtVarious positive economic indicatorsPrime age employment population ratio: What you need to know about the low layoffs rates and strong hiring which indicate a tight labor marketAnd more!Resources:Excell ConferenceConnect with Ryan Detrick: LinkedIn: Ryan DetrickConnect with Sonu Varghese: LinkedIn: Sonu Varghese

On August 1, the Fitch Ratings agency downgraded the US debt from its top rating of AAA down a notch to AA+. This is the second time this has happened. Ironically, that was also in August but twelve years again 2011. At that time, the Standard and Poor's downgraded US treasury debt from AAA to AA+.   So why is this happening now and what does it mean to us as we save for and in retirement?   Here's some of what we discuss in this episode: Don will provide some background and a big picture view on what's happening with these ratings. Why does this downgrade seem like it's getting less of a reaction? Could we continue to slip even further with more downgrades in the future? The stock market's response over the next decade was still very positive after the last downgrade. As an investor, what are the different lessons we can take from last time? What does the downgrade of 10 banks mean for me? Where do we go from here and what will Don be watching in the future?   Get in touch with Don and learn more: https://doncashpodcast.com/

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On this episode of DIY Money, Daniel and Logan talk about municipal bonds and US government bonds. They talk about the pros of each and why you would add them to your portfolio.

Money markets, CD's and bonds are paying reasonable interest for the first time in years.  Today, Alex Cabot and Ed Lambert of Birch Run Financial take us on a "crach course" on fixed income and how it works.Alex starts by explaining bonds - essentially a loan, or contract between a lender and borrower.  He also explains the three main bond categories - government, corporate, and agency.   Additionally, we talk about maturity lengths and tax-equivalent yields. Alex runs through an equation that might be easier to read than hear:For interest rates, to find the taxable equivalent of a tax-free bond: take  the yield and divide by (100 - your effective tax rate).Example: Your tax rate is 37%, so 100-37 = 63.    For a 4% yield on a tax free bond, take 4 divided by .63 = 6.35.  Your taxable bond would need to be 6.35% to yield the same as a 4% tax free bond.Like all investments, bonds carry risk - they are just different than the risks associated with the market.  Ed explains credit risk, interest rate risk, and reinvestment risk.   Remember the tradeoff - the higher the interest, the higher the risk.  We also talk about long-term vs short-term bonds, and current rates, as of our recording on June 22, 2023.All data in today's episode are courtesy of YCharts.At Birch Run Financial, we believe in a time-tested, diversified, long-term approach.  Alex, Ed, and their team are always happy to have a conversation about your investment questions, whether you're a client or not.You can always email Alex and Ed at info@birchrunfinancial.com or give them a call at 484-395-2190.Or visit them on the web at https://www.birchrunfinancial.com/Alex and Ed's Book: Mastering The Money Mind: https://www.amazon.com/Mastering-Money-Mind-Thinking-Personal/dp/1544530536

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As congress debates a debt ceiling deal, investors are proactively purchasing Treasury bills and thus causing a drain on the reserves which could amplify risks.----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Seth Carpenter, Morgan Stanley's Global Chief Economist. Along with my colleagues bringing you a variety of perspectives, today I'll be talking about the U.S. debt ceiling amid recent volatility in the banking sector. It's Tuesday, May 30th at 10 a.m. in New York. The looming deadline for the U.S. debt ceiling has been a significant concern for markets. In similar standoffs in both 2011 and 2013, the Congress raised the debt limit only at the last minute. The closer we got to the so-called "X-date", the more the Treasury ran down the amount of Treasury bills outstanding to stay under the limit. Bills maturing around the X-date were seen as less desirable and their prices fell a bit, but the scarcity of other bills made their price go up, and therefore, their yield fall. The bills market got dislocated, as we say, but the story did not end with the increase in the debt limit. To restock its account at the Fed, the Treasury issued a lot of Treasury bills, pulling in cash from the market. One lesson we can take from history is that there is short term volatility, but everything gets resolved in the end. But before we do that, it's worth considering what aspects of the world are different now than back in 2011 or 2013. Since February, the concerns about the banking sector's balance sheet have heightened financial stability questions. Although our baseline view is that the recent developments are more idiosyncratic than systemic, the uncertainty is substantial. That potential fragility is one key difference between now and then. Another key difference between now and previous episodes is the existence of the Fed's reverse repo facility, the RRP, which now stands at about two and a quarter trillion dollars. As short term interest rates have risen, depositors have taken cash out of banks and shifted it to money funds, and money fund managers have been putting the proceeds into the Fed's RRP facility. This transaction takes reserves away from the banking sector. As we get closer to the X-date and Treasury bills have fallen in yield, money funds have had additional incentive to shift their holdings into the RRP. At a time of volatility in the banking sector, this drain on reserves could amplify the risks. But Congress raising the debt limit would not be the end of the story. The Treasury will want to restock its account of the Fed from near zero back to its recent target of about $500 billion. And to do so, the Treasury will be issuing at least $500 billion in Treasury bills to replenish its account and maybe as much as $1.2 trillion in the second half of 2023. Some of the bills will go to money funds, and thus the Treasury's account can rise as the RRP facility falls. But whatever amount of the Treasury bills are purchased by investors other than these money funds, well that will result in yet another drain on bank reserves. The flows are large and will be coming at a time of continued uncertainty for banks balance sheets. Even after the Congress raises the debt limit, it will not quite be the time to breathe a heavy sigh of relief. Thanks for listening. And if you enjoy the show, please leave us a review on Apple Podcasts, and share Thoughts on the Market with a friend or colleague today.

In this episode, Vivek Ramaswamy and Vijay Boyapati discuss the current state of the Federal Reserve, the potential for reform, and the role of Bitcoin in the future of monetary policy. Boyapati, the author of "The Bullish Case for Bitcoin," provides a detailed explanation of Bitcoin's unique properties and potential to serve as a decentralized, finite currency that's not subject to manipulation by the Federal Reserve. The conversation also delves into the history of fiat money, the importance of a stable dollar for GDP growth, and the potential implications of Bitcoin for global trade, monetary policy, and individual freedom.Key Moments:[00:00] Vivek Ramaswamy opens the discussion with his perspective on the need for radical reform of the Federal Reserve.[01:49] Ramaswamy introduces the topic of Bitcoin as a leading alternative to the current financial system.[02:59] Vijay Boyapati begins to explain his perspective on Bitcoin, describing it as the greatest form of money that humankind has ever seen.[04:15] The history of central banks and the demonetization of gold in 1933.[06:02] The origins of Bitcoin and its solution to the Byzantine generals problem, a longstanding issue in computer science.[08:20] The potential implications of Bitcoin for global trade, monetary policy, and nation states.[11:20] Ramaswamy and Boyapati discuss the potential of Bitcoin to be included in a basket of commodities to stabilize the dollar.[13:32] Bitcoin's decentralization and immutability make it trustworthy and ideal for backing a nation's currency.[16:10] The potential for Bitcoin to provide an escape hatch for those dissatisfied with their nation's monetary policy.[18:42] Boyapati predicts that Bitcoin will win demand from other forms of money, such as fiat money, gold, government bonds, and real estate.

There's no end in sight for sovereign debt crises in developing economies. What started with Sri Lanka and Lebanon has now spread to other countries, including Bolivia, Kenya, and Pakistan. What's causing these crises? Are they likely to spread? And what can be done to tackle them? Anupam Manur joins Aditya Ramanathan to discuss some of the uncomfortable truths about sovereign debt crises and why they can be hard to solve. You can listen to our episode from last year on the Sri Lanka crisis here: All Things Policy Ep. 796 : What went wrong with the Sri Lankan economy? Do follow IVM Podcasts on social media. We are @IVMPodcasts on Facebook, Twitter, & Instagram. https://twitter.com/IVMPodcasts https://www.instagram.com/ivmpodcasts/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/ivmpodcasts/ You can check out our website at https://shows.ivmpodcasts.com/featured Follow the show across platforms: Spotify, Google Podcasts, Apple Podcasts, JioSaavn, Gaana, Amazon Music Do share the word with your folks!See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

While government bonds have been less than desirable investments for the past two years, the tide may be turning on bond returns.----- Transcript -----Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Matthew Hornbach, Global Head of Macro Strategy for Morgan Stanley. Along with my colleagues, bringing you a variety of perspectives, I'll be talking about global macro trends and how investors can interpret these trends for rates and currency markets. It's Thursday, April 27th at 2 p.m. in New York. Over the past 2 years, government bonds have been less than desirable investments. This year, the inflation phenomena came out of hibernation and appears unwilling to go away anytime soon. In 2022, one of the worst years on record, U.S. Treasuries delivered a total return of -12.5%. Securities that offer fixed interest payments like government bonds tend to lose value when inflation rises, because the future purchasing power of those cash flows declines. But that doesn't always happen, of course, and certainly not to this degree. For most of the past 20 years, government bonds dealt reasonably well with positive inflation rates, even if those rates were rising. But last year was different, for two reasons primarily. First, inflation rose at a rate we haven't seen since the late 1970s. And second, central banks responded aggressively by tightening monetary policies. How have these factors changed so far this year? Well, inflation has started to moderate both in terms of consumer prices and wages. And in response, central banks have become less aggressive in their recent policy maneuvering. Investors have also benefited from the clarity on the speed with which central banks have moved and how fast they may move in the future. This would seem like good news for government bond returns, and so far it has been. However, at the same time, investor nerves remain frayed, even if less so than last year. But why? First, investors remain worried about inflation, but for different reasons than last year. Throughout 2022 concern focused on the speed with which inflation was rising and just how high it would go. This year, however, concerns remain around how far inflation will fall, a process known as disinflation. The consensus view amongst investors is that inflation will remain above the Fed's 2% goal unless the Fed engineers a deep recession. And to do so, the Fed will either have to tighten monetary policy even further or keep monetary policy tight for an extended period of time. Neither scenario seems particularly supportive of government bond returns. Second, investors are worried about the upcoming debt ceiling negotiations. The concern isn't so much that the government will default on its debt obligations, although that is a possibility. Rather, it's more about whether the government will have to delay paying other obligations, such as federal employee salaries or Social Security. A cessation of those payments, even if temporary, could slow economic activity in the United States. And even if the debt ceiling is raised in time, material risks to regional banking institutions still remain. Putting it all together, the higher yields available in the government bond markets and the increasing risk to economic activity, including those from the lagged effects of monetary policy tightening, leave us hopeful on the future returns of the asset class. Thanks for listening. If you enjoy Thoughts on the Market, please take a moment to rate and review us on the Apple Podcasts app. It helps more people find the show.

The collapse of Silicon Valley Bank last week can be put down to two things – first a management team that clearly ignored the falling value of the assets they held, and second the fact that the Fed was doing its best to make those assets fall even more. The end result is hardly a surprise when you look at the numbers. In fact Frances Coppola predicted as much after the collapse of Silvergate Capital. This week Phil and Steve look at what went wrong and ask whether it could happen to other banks. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Daily Standup Top Stories WAVE OF NEW LNG EXPORT PLANTS THREATENS TO KNOCK GAS PRICES March 14, 2023 Mariel AlumitHOUSTON, March 14 – A flood of liquefied natural gas (LNG) export projects due online worldwide in mid-decade will vie against lower-cost renewable energy and a revived nuclear power sector, which could rock gas prices […] Dow Jones Futures: Banking Crisis Escalates Ahead Of CPI Inflation Report; GitLab, Tesla, Schwab In Focus March 13, 2023 Allen SantosDow Jones futures were higher ahead of Tuesday's open, as the banking crisis continues to escalate, with two large bank failures in recent days — SVB Financial (SIVB) and Signature Bank (SBNY). Meanwhile, Schwab stock […] Simon Black: The Unraveling Can Happen In An Instant March 14, 2023 Allen SantosAuthored by Simon Black via SovereignMan.com, On Sunday afternoon, September 14, 2008, hundreds of employees of the financial giant Lehman Brothers walked into the bank's headquarters at 745 Seventh Avenue in New York City to […] U.S. President proposes more money for offshore wind activities and no tax subsidies for oil and gas in 2024 budget March 13, 2023 Allen SantosHome Offshore wind U.S. President proposes more money for offshore wind activities and no tax subsidies for oil & gas in 2024 budget On 9 March, the Biden-Harris administration released the President's Budget for Fiscal […] Timeline of Iran-Saudi Relations March 14, 2023 Mariel AlumitIran and Saudi Arabia have been regional rivals for more than three decades. Most recently, Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman said it was impossible for Riyadh to have a dialogue with Tehran. “Its (Iran's) […] China To Host Major Middle East Summit After ‘Success' Of Iran-Saudi Deal March 13, 2023 Allen SantosVia The Cradle, A high-level gathering of Gulf Arab states and Iranian officials is on track to take place later this year in the Chinese capital Beijing, according to sources that spoke with the Wall […]Highlights of the Podcast[2:33 PM] 00:00 - Intro02:56 - The wave of new LNG export threatens to knock gas prices.05:39 - Simon Black unraveling can happen at an instant.06:57 - Wells Fargo. Government bonds are the new toxic Security10:41 - U.S. President proposes more money for offshore wind activities and no tax subsidies for oil and gas in the 2024 budget14:41 - Timeline of Iran, Saudi relations17:24 - China to host major Middle East summit after the success of the Iran Saudi deal building off21:56 - Delta bought Pennsylvania oil refinery ten years ago in order to save money on jet fuel cost22:24 - Market Updates23:34 - OutroFollow Stuart On LinkedIn and TwitterFollow MichaelOn LinkedIn and TwitterENB Top NewsENBEnergy DashboardENB PodcastENB Substack

Today on Financial Revelations, David talks about Bonds versus Dividend Paying Stocks. He also briefly talks about the inheritance of stock and its stepped up basis. As always, you can listen to David on WCRF Cleveland 103.3 every Thursday from 8am - 9am or on the Moody Radio App. Email your questions to Kory@epsf.com

Great Britain is the canary in the coal mine, and they are leading the way in what is most likely to happen in advanced economies. And you might say, "well I don't live in Great Britain, so why do I care?" And the reason why you care number one, is because we're all interconnected. So what happens in one part of the world, quite honestly is an indication that could spread throughout the global economy. And the UK has already started financial repression or the citizens are entering a winter that could look pretty darn gloomy. Whether you realize it or not, so are we.

This episode is a compilation of answers to YOUR questions that were asked directly from my listeners who attend my weekly business education YouTube live webcast. Topics covered include: How government bonds work, Net operating income for real estate, Is price and volume important to look at when investing and more. Refer to chapter marks for a complete list of topics covered and to jump to a specific section. Download my free "Networking eBook": www.harouneducation.comAttend my weekly YouTube Live every Thursday's 8am-11am PT. Subscribe to my YouTube Channel to receive notifications. Learn more about my MBA Degree ProgramConnect with me: YouTube: ChrisHarounVenturesCompleteBusinessEducationInstagram @chrisharounLinkedIn: Chris HarounTwitter: @chris_harounFacebook: Haroun Education Ventures  TikTok: @chrisharoun

The Bank of England has begun to reverse its programme of quantitative easing, which began in 2009 when the country faced a deep recession and banks were not lending to each other. Under the programme, they purchased Government Bonds from financial institutions which provided liquidity to the market. This drove interest rates to historic lows and encouraged businesses to continue to borrow money to fund expansion and speed recovery. The BoE sold a relatively small number of bonds, valued at around £750 million, out of its stock of around £850 billion. The UK is the first G7 nation to begin to withdraw support. There have been calls for Sunak to extend the windfall tax on energy companies that he introduced when he was Chancellor of the Exchequer, as BP announced its third quarter profits yesterday.

The gilt market was the last place anyone expected systemic risk to almost blow up the UK pensions industry, force the Bank of England into emergency bond purchases, cause the chancellor to be sacked, and make the government reverse its flagship economic policy. But are we now out of the woods? And what other markets are vulnerable to sharply rising bond yields and similar ‘doom-loop' dynamics? And in today's Dumb Question of the Week: What is a haircut? Get in touch

Canary Cry News Talk #541 - 09.30.2022 - Recorded Live to Tape PUPPET PUNDIT PIVOT - Nephilim Science, Recession Lies, Media Op on Russia A Podcast that Deconstructs Mainstream Media News from a Biblical Worldview. Harvard: Index of MSM Ownership (Harvard.edu)   SHOW NOTES HELLO CLIMATE CHANGE Storm makes second landfall, now in South Carolina, as death toll in Florida grows (NBC News)   WACCINE University of Washington Vaccinates with Mosquitos (Daily Wire) (NPR/KPBS) Outcome: Revelation 9   DAY JINGLE/PERSONAL/EXEC.   FLIPPY Horrifying: Robots may have just gained a creepy new skill (Inverse)    SPACE US Space Force gets its 2nd-ever chief (Space.com)   RUSSIA Russia AND/OR U.S. Warships in area of Pipeline explosion (Newsweek)   PARTY TIME BREAK 1: TREASURE   COVID/WACCINE Ask Damon: Should I get my Anti-vax friends' baby Vax'd without telling them? (WaPo)  Flu Season Us Coming. mRNA Flu Shots Aren't Far Behind (Time)   MONEY 7 Reasons a Recession is Good for you (Wapo)  → Fox Torches Wapo (Fox)   Basil's Better Analysis Below Millennials will never buy a home (insider)  → Bring down demand for homes Savings at an all time low (economist) Government Bonds (talkmarkets) No money for Vacation Workers making less than ever(NYP) Self Debunk Biden rolls back student loan forgiveness (Politico) BREAK 3: TALENT → Speakpipe → BREAK 3: TALENT   NEPHILIM UPDATE 20 Bizarre Stories from the Bible  (LIVE SCIENCE)   BREAK 4: TIME END   This Episode was Produced By: EXECUTIVE PRODUCERS The Sentinel* Dame Lynne Lady of the Lakes**   Producers Paul G, Allana S, Lady Knight Little Wing, Julie S, Christian N, Malik W, SIR MORV Knight of the Burning Chariots, G, Sir LX Protocol V2 Knight of the Berrean Protocol, Gail M, Veronica D, Darrin S, Runksmash, Sir Scott Knight of Truth, Sir Casey the Shield Knight   Visual Art Dame Allie of the Skillet Nation Sir Dove Knight of Rusbeltia Mark A   CLIP PRODUCER Emsworth, FaeLivrin, Epsilon   TIMESTAPERS Jackie U, Jade Bouncerson, Christine C, Pocojoyo, Joelle S   SOCIAL MEDIA DOERS Dame MissG of the OV and Deep Rivers   LINKS HELP JAM   MICROFICTION Runksmash - Stacy, bruised and bloodied by the raptor like emus, climbs through the window; in the other room she hears a familiar voice reading an article about an OSU professor stealing a box of ancient Anatolian statue eyeballs, his rant is the perfect cover.   The Sentinel - Three dark figures lean into the sandstorm and continue marching forward. Their torches flicker weakly in the darkness. “We must push forward!” The lead figure yells. “The druids wait for no one!”   ADDITIONAL STORIES Dr. Fauci and wife's wealth ‘skyrocketed' by $5 million during pandemic: analysis (NY Post)  Anthony Fauci's Net Worth Increased Over 70% to $12.7M Since The COVID Pandemic, Report Says. (National Pulse)  BREAKING: Fauci's Net Worth Soared To $12.6+ Million During Pandemic – Up $5 Million (2019-2021) (Open the Books)  The Best Way To Save The Constitution From Donald Trump Is To Rewrite It (Politico)  → Politico Owner Asked Execs to Pray for Trump's Reelection: Report (Rolling Stone)  Video: Biden Advisor Declares MAGA Conservatives Want To ‘Destroy' America (Summit News)  FBI seized almost 200,000 pages of documents from Trump at Mar-a-Lago, his lawyers say in new court filing (CNBC)  Durham Prosecutes FBI Informants, While Protecting Their Handlers (Real Clear Investigations)  FIRST READING: Why Beijing is allegedly opening police stations on Canadian soil (Nat'l Post) China has opened overseas police stations in US Canada to monitor Chinese citizens (Fox News)  Putin says Russia has 'four new regions' as he announces annexation of Ukrainian territory (Reuters) (Archive)  Ninth Russian executive killed in mysterious circumstances since Ukraine invasion (News AU)  Biden rolls back student loan forgiveness (Politico) Clip: Biden's bizarre 'Where's Jackie?' cause for alarm, R's say: 'Diminished capacity' (Fox News)  → ‘Where's Jackie?' Biden's latest gaffe ignored on-air by CNN, MSNBC, CBS, NBC (Fox News)  → ‘She was 12, I was 30': Biden leaves viewers stunned in teachers speech (NY Post)  The Best Way To Save The Constitution From Donald Trump Is To Rewrite It (Politico)  Bill Gates Hesitant To donate to Climate Change: 'Innovation Is Not Just A Check-Writing Process' (HuffPo) Liquid robot can split into tiny droplets and reform into a blob (NewScientist) April 4, 2016 - Black Goo Theory of Everything Video, archived (Odysee) April 6, 2016 - Black Goo video description (Phaser) ‘Proximity Sensors', Humans and Robots Can Work Side-by-Side (Japan Forward) Nikolas Cruz, skinned lizards alive aged four in chilling video shown at Parkland trial (Indy UK) Ancient armored 'worm' is the Cambrian ancestor to three major animal groups (Live Science)

Jay Newman was a HUGE player in the world of distressed international debt, trading tens or hundreds of millions of dollars of low-grade government bonds for a major hedge fund including a famous (in the hedge fund world) trade of Argentinian bonds which put him in direct conflict with that nation's government...and Jay won (see second link below). He's also the author of a great first thriller novel, "Undermoney", which I encourage everyone to check out.

Inflation…Inflation…Inflation   It is still all over the news!   With good reason, in May we saw the consumer price index increase by 8.6% over the last year.   This is the highest increase since 1981.   How do you protect yourself from inflation?   I am going to share 4 expert strategies to help you protect yourself from inflation.   02:50 Stocks in companies providing basic supplies 04:15 Dividend stocks 08:13 Commodity Stocks 10:21 Government Bonds   Resources: 4 Expert Inflation Protection Strategies To Implement Now https://www.forbes.com/sites/jrose/2022/05/26/4-expert-inflation-protection-strategies-to-implement-now/?sh=1ce33c26639d   https://www.goodfinancialcents.com/ask   Check out my YouTube channel here. Follow me on Twitter and Instagram.   

Will Hamilton of Hamilton Wealth Management joins The Australian's wealth editor James Kirby on this week's show. They discuss why the markets could get worse, the biggest mistake the RBA ever made, government bonds and what would make an ideal investing couple.  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Government bonds are considered the steady - perhaps even boring - investment class. But this year has seen the biggest bond crash in a generation, as inflation runs wild and central banks pretend not to panic. As if things weren't interesting enough, the European Central Bank is concocting a new wheeze to keep bond spreads in check, the Bank of Japan is printing record-breaking amounts of money, and Russia has defaulted on its debt. We try to make sense of all this and wonder whether now might be the time to buy government bonds? And if so, which ones? And in today's Dumb Question of the Week: Why don't governments issue perpetual bonds? Get in touch

Today we discussed what I like to eat before and after training. We also discussed Corporate and Government Bonds. Download, Rate, Comment and Subscribe to the Podcast for more episodes. Follow me on Instagram @leonbenson2. --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/passionpurposeperspective/support

Most thematic funds prove to be one-hit wonders or don't live long enough to see their investment theses pan out. Today's Stocks & Topics: LUMN - Lumen Technologies Inc., New Accounting Rules, Government Bonds, Stock Prices and Evaluation, WDS - Woodside Energy Group Ltd. ADR, Roth I-R-A, NVST - Envista Holdings Corp., Private Equity, Bank Earnings.  Plus: Key Benchmark Numbers and Market Comments for: Treasury Yields, Gold, Oil and Gasoline.Advertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brandsPrivacy & Opt-Out: https://redcircle.com/privacy

Greg Foss joins me as my first in-person guest for a discussion on how his 30-year career trading government bonds informed his thoughts on the impending failure of the fiat currency complex and, thus, the supreme relevancy of Bitcoin.Be sure to check out Swan Private, the trusted Bitcoin financial services provider for high-net-worth individuals and businesses worldwide: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/GUESTFoss' Twitter: https://twitter.com/FossGregfossFoss' Financial Education Platform: https://lookingglasseducation.com/ PODCASTPodcast Website: https://whatismoneypodcast.com/Apple Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-what-is-money-show/id1541404400Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/25LPvm8EewBGyfQQ1abIsE?si=wgVuY16XR0io4NLNo0A11A&nd=1RSS Feed: https://feeds.simplecast.com/MLdpYXYITranscript: OUTLINE00:00:00 “What is Money?” Intro00:00:08 - Learn About Bitcoin With Swan Private at SwanPrivate.Com00:01:37 Government Bonds, Then and Now00:10:10 Debt-Based Commercial Banking Is Dependent on Inflation00:13:36 Foss' Experience with the Cyclical Financial “Ponzi” System for 40 Years00:21:51 Credit, Bonds, and Equity: “Credit is the Dog and Equity is the Tail”00:27:40 The Standard 60/40 Bond-Equity Portfolio is Unsustainable00:32:08 Simple Math Analyzes Debt Markets with Total Global Debt/Global GDP00:35:52 Impending Default Risk of Countries and Bitcoin as Fiat Insurance00:45:18 Bitcoin Price Target00:46:20 - Watch "Hard Money With Natalie Brunell" from Swan Studios & Bitcoin Magazine!00:47:07 - Take Control of Your Healthcare with Crowd Health!00:48:16 QE Infinity and Debt Spiral Doubles US Debt-to-GDP Since 198000:52:34 Asymmetric Opportunity01:00:56 The $2M Price Estimate for Bitcoin01:07:36 Foss' Personal Journey Launching “Looking Glass Education”01:16:00 You Don't Learn About Sitting in a Risk Chair From Traditional Education01:23:19 Foss' Role and Thoughts on the Freedom Convoy Protests01:34:59 Looking at the Future of Canada with Bitcoin01:39:15 “What is Money?” OutroSOCIALBreedlove Twitter: https://twitter.com/Breedlove22WiM? Twitter: https://twitter.com/WhatisMoneyShowLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/breedlove22/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/breedlove_22/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@breedlove22?lang=enAll My Current Work: https://linktr.ee/breedlove22 WRITTEN WORKMedium: https://breedlove22.medium.com/Substack: https://breedlove22.substack.com/ WAYS TO CONTRIBUTEBitcoin: 3D1gfxKZKMtfWaD1bkwiR6JsDzu6e9bZQ7Sats via Strike: https://strike.me/breedlove22Sats via Tippin.me: https://tippin.me/@Breedlove22Dollars via Paypal: https://www.paypal.com/paypalme/RBreedloveDollars via Venmo: https://venmo.com/code?user_id=1784359925317632528The "What is Money?" Show Patreon Page: https://www.patreon.com/user?u=32843101&fan_landing=true RECOMMENDED BUSINESSESSwan Private guides high-net-worth individuals and businesses in all areas of Bitcoin strategy: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/private/CrowdHealth offers an innovative health insurance model based on Bitcoin and community: https://www.joincrowdhealth.com/breedloveOkcoin is an innovative and education-focused cryptoasset exchange platform—earn $50 in free Bitcoin by signing up at: https://okcoin.com/breedloveJoin Me At Bitcoin 2023, pre-order your tickets now (discount code BREEDLOVE): https://b.tc/conference/2023Automatic Recurring Bitcoin Buys and Withdrawals: https://www.swanbitcoin.com/breedlove/