

Episode 4649: The Coming Economic Boom; On The Brink Of 3rd World War
Jul 22, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Dave Brat, a former U.S. Representative known for his economic insights, delves into the transformative potential of U.S. economic policies. He highlights the upcoming BRICS summit's threat to the dollar and emphasizes the need for enhancing American manufacturing to spur growth. Brat passionately critiques the neglect of local workforce investments and warns of geopolitical tensions with China. He also calls for greater political accountability and public education on civic responsibility in navigating upcoming challenges.
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Economic Revival via Trade and Deregulation
- Trump's policies like tariffs and full expensing are driving a manufacturing revival in the US.
- Deregulation under his administration is speeding up permits, enabling faster construction and economic growth.
CapEx Surge Fuels Growth
- Capital expenditure (CapEx) in business equipment is surging at fastest rates since 1997.
- This CapEx boost fuels productivity gains and wage growth, signaling robust economic expansion.
Monitor Economic Indicators Closely
- Track monthly private business fixed investment and manufacturing indices to gauge economic growth.
- Watch for rising manufacturing output and jobs as indicators of reindustrialization progress.