
TIP533: How the Fed went Broke w/ Lyn Alden
We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network
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The Financial Landscape of the Federal Reserve
This chapter explores the intricacies of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet, comparing it to commercial banks and discussing the impacts of rising interest rates. It highlights the Fed's role in generating income for the Treasury despite facing potential risks tied to negative equity and increasing government debt. The conversation touches on the implications of political influence on monetary policy and the economic challenges looming for developed nations.
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