We Study Billionaires - The Investor’s Podcast Network TIP539: The Banking Crisis Explained w/ Shawn O'Malley
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Mar 28, 2023 In this conversation, Shawn O'Malley, chief editor and writer of a daily financial markets newsletter, shares his insights on the recent banking crisis. He discusses the fallout from bank failures like Silicon Valley Bank and Credit Suisse's emergency sale. Shawn explains how rising interest rates have shaken investor confidence and outlines the Federal Reserve's efforts to stabilize the situation. He also offers strategies for navigating current market volatility and finding security in investments such as money market funds.
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Crypto Concentration Risk
- Silvergate's downfall stemmed from a concentrated customer base in the volatile crypto industry.
- The Fed's interest rate hikes and the FTX collapse exacerbated its problems.
Silvergate's Rise and Fall
- Silvergate Bank, specializing in crypto, saw rapid growth after its IPO in 2019.
- Its success was tied to the crypto boom, facilitated by its real-time payments network.
Hidden Concentration at SVB
- Silicon Valley Bank (SVB) catered primarily to venture capital-backed startups.
- This seemingly diversified strategy masked a concentrated risk tied to VC funding.
