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News Block: Will Record-High Home Prices Fall? Bitcoin Wins Billionaire Michael Dell’s Poll, Barstool Sports to Buy Bitcoin, Peter Thiel Says BlackRock Co-opted Bitcoin

Jul 4, 2024
Billionaire Michael Dell supports Bitcoin, while Peter Thiel suggests BlackRock controls it. Topics include housing market trends, Bitcoin as a hedge, corporate investments in Bitcoin, and Thiel's skepticism towards the cryptocurrency.
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Quick takeaways

  • Inflation concerns rise due to government spending, impacting housing market affordability.
  • Bitcoin gains attention as an alternative investment amidst rising real estate prices, sparking billionaire interest.

Deep dives

Growing Inflation Concerns and Government Spending

The podcast highlights the growing concerns around inflation due to reckless fiscal spending by governments. Analysis from the Congressional Budget Office shows a significant increase in this year's deficit, while the Bank of International Settlements urges governments to reduce spending to alleviate inflationary pressures. The housing market has been particularly impacted, with home prices soaring due to increased money supply and rising mortgage rates, making homes less affordable for many. The discussion emphasizes the long-term trend of declining housing affordability linked to the devaluation of money.

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