In this book, Ray Dalio provides a groundbreaking analysis of the Big Debt Cycle, addressing critical questions about debt growth, the potential for a major reserve currency country like the US to go broke, and how to identify and mitigate debt-related risks. Dalio draws on his experience as a global macro investor and his study of 35 historical cases of governments facing financial crises over the past 100 years. He offers a template for identifying and managing debt problems, which he has discussed with treasury secretaries and central bankers worldwide. The book explains the mechanics of debt sustainability, potential government debt reduction strategies, and the role of central bank interventions in managing debt crises.
In this episode, Ray and Peter discuss the changing world order, China vs. the USA, and Ray’s thoughts on the future of the US.
Recorded on Feb 3rd, 2025
Views are my own thoughts; not Financial, Medical, or Legal Advice.
Ray Dalio is a renowned investor, hedge fund manager, and philanthropist who founded Bridgewater Associates, the world’s largest hedge fund, managing approximately $130 billion in assets as of 2022. While no longer actively managing Bridgewater, Dalio remains influential, serving on the firm's board and mentoring its strategies. In 2024, he launched the Dalio Market Principles Program in Strategic Investing for Family Offices, an educational initiative through Singapore's Wealth Management Institute. He is a thought leader committed to causes like education reform and social inequality through "The Giving Pledge." Dalio continues to influence global markets, economic discourse, and investment education, leaving a profound legacy in finance and beyond.
Read a preview of Ray’s upcoming book here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-countries-go-broke-introduction-chapter-one-ray-dalio-3wjae/?trackingId=N1iU2nZfSAGBn6rbKjrpQA%3D%3D
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