Aug. 14, 2024

The Global Economic Impact of Rising Rates: Currency Shifts, Inflation, and the National Debt Crisis

The Global Economic Impact of Rising Rates: Currency Shifts, Inflation, and the National Debt Crisis
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Rubber Meets The Road Economics: Exploring the forces shaping our economy with P

In this episode, Dr. Edwin T. Burton discusses the recent global economic concerns, including the impact of Japan's rate hikes, the risks of the carry trade, and the challenges faced by the Federal Reserve in managing the U.S. economy. He also explores the consequences of rising national debt, the myths about deflation, and effective investment strategies during inflationary periods.

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References:
  • U.S. Treasury and Interest Rates: For more information on U.S. Treasury securities and interest rates, visit the official U.S. Department of the Treasury website: www.treasury.gov
  • Federal Reserve: Learn more about the Federal Reserve’s policies and economic data at www.federalreserve.gov
  • National Bureau of Economic Research (NBER): For academic papers and research on inflation, deflation, and other economic topics, visit the NBER website: www.nber.org
Chapters

00:00 - Introduction to the Podcast

00:27 - Current Economic Concerns

01:37 - Understanding Market Reactions

05:52 - The Role of the Federal Reserve

11:12 - Historical Perspectives on Inflation

18:47 - Investment Strategies During Inflation

28:25 - Future Economic Challenges

31:51 - Conclusion and Farewell