In Debt We Trust—The Weekly
Politicology
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The Trust Factor in Finance
This chapter explores the evolving relationship between trust and financial investments, particularly emphasizing how traditional safe-haven assets like government bonds are losing ground to gold. It highlights recent shifts in market dynamics, the impact of central bank behaviors, and historical contexts, including the decline of the Bretton Woods system. The discussion also delves into the complexities of national debt management, inflation, and public sentiment towards monetary policies amidst rising government deficits.
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