Prof G Markets Doomsday Inflation and a Bull Case for Bitcoin — with Lyn Alden
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May 30, 2024 
Lyn Alden, an independent analyst and author of "Broken Money," dives into the pressing issues of U.S. inflation and the deficit. She boldly discusses her optimistic stance on Bitcoin, illuminating the factors that bolster its value in today's market. Alden also navigates through structural inflation, highlighting the resilience of individuals in tough economic times. With engaging insights on how fiscal policies can influence investments, her take on the crypto landscape offers a fresh perspective on the implications for both traditional currencies and the future of finance.
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Macro Investing
- Consider macro factors like fiscal dominance when investing.
- Government spending and deficits can outweigh central bank influence, impacting different sectors.
Deficit Spending
- The US has normalized high deficits, offset by globalization and low interest rates.
- Rising interest rates remove this offset, making deficits more impactful and potentially inflationary.
Inflation Risk
- Doomsday scenario is structural inflation beyond central banks' control.
- This happens when deficits drive money creation, rendering rate hikes ineffective.
