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The Impact of Stimulus and Low Interest Rates
The speakers discuss the effects of the stimulus injected into the system during the pandemic, emphasizing its larger-than-expected size and prolonged presence. They also highlight the low interest rates set by the Federal Reserve, leading to speculative activity and increasing levels of debt. The conversation touches on the trend of home equity withdrawals and their historical perception in relation to the current economic situation.