The Rest Is Money 221. Why Reeves Should Put Up Income Tax
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Nov 3, 2025 
In this discussion, Mohamed El-Erian, a Professor at the Wharton School and seasoned economist, dives into pressing global issues. He analyzes the fragility of the recent Trump-Xi truce and outlines the strategic flaws behind AI adoption in the UK. El-Erian warns about AI's societal risks, comparing its market surge to past bubbles. He advocates for a growth-oriented UK budget paired with tax increases to stimulate the economy, arguing that managing debt through growth is essential in today’s fiscal landscape.
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Truce, Not Peace Between US And China
- The Trump–Xi summit created a tactical one-year truce, not a lasting peace between the US and China.
- Mohamed El-Erian warns tensions will likely return and businesses must plan for renewed confrontation.
AI Boom Fuels U.S. Growth
- AI infrastructure investment explains a large share of recent U.S. growth and stock market surge.
- El-Erian cautions this boom may be unsustainable without risk mitigation and productivity payoff verification.
Mitigate AI Risks Proactively
- Mitigate AI risks by setting standards to limit bad actors and by promoting broad diffusion across firms and workers.
- Encourage labor-enhancing uses and manage the rational bubble in finance to sustain support for AI.