This chapter analyzes the overvaluation of US equities in comparison to non-US markets and discusses the implications of these valuations on global profitability. The dialogue also highlights the security of property rights, concerns of foreign investors, and the contrasting advancements in technology across borders. Finally, the potential economic ramifications of US-China tensions, particularly regarding asset freezes, are examined in detail.
In this episode, Ryan is joined by Louis-Vincent Gave, a macro analyst with 7 bold investment ideas to help you navigate the chaos. From avoiding the bond market’s pitfalls to rethinking the 60/40 strategy and why Asia is the future, Louis' ideas are thought-provoking and actionable. Whether you’re worried about a recession or curious about crypto, these ideas will give you new insights into where to put your money. This and all Bankless content is never financial advice.
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0:00 Intro 4:43 Louis Intro 5:05 Louis Book & Theme 6:30 Current Decade Uncertain? 9:49 Crisis in Asia - 3 Anomalies 15:21 Bear Market: Crypto vs. Equity 23:05 Bond Investors Losing Money 26:25 Who’s Buying Bonds? 29:16 Pension Funds & Math 33:35 Current Safe Investments? 40:29 Current Ideal Portfolio 50:22 Equity U.S. vs. Others 54:00 Ryan’s Countertakes 55:10 Louis on U.S. Property Rights 57:25 Louis on U.S. Tech 1:00:56 U.S. vs. China 1:04:34 Non-U.S. Equity 1:06:32 Value Over Growth 1:11:04 What’s Warren Waiting For? 1:13:06 Home Bias & Base Case 1:18:46 Dollar Devaluing 1:24:18 Louis on Crypto 1:27:09 Bitcoin vs. Gold 1:28:20 Louis’s Dad & Crypto 1:29:30 Closing & Disclosures
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Louis https://x.com/gave_vincent https://web.gavekal.com/ https://evergreengavekal.com/
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