#241 - U.S. Election 2024 Preview

Nov 1, 2024

With the U.S. election just around the corner, predictions and scenarios take center stage. The discussion dives into economic implications of potential Trump or Harris wins, including their impact on markets and inflation. Cultural sentiment plays a pivotal role in voter behavior, while insights on illegal gold mining expose unsettling truths about global supply. Cautious investment strategies are emphasized amidst shifting dynamics in equities and alternative assets like Bitcoin. Historical perspectives provide a broader context for navigating this turbulent election year.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Navigating the 2024 Election Landscape

02:02 • 16min

Economic Dynamics: Nucor Steel and Broader Market Expectations

17:54 • 3min

Market Sentiment and 2024 Political Implications

20:26 • 15min

Concerns Over Gold Production and Illegal Mining in Latin America

35:20 • 2min

Navigating Economic Futures: The 2024 Election Impact

37:29 • 20min

The U.S. election next week. Even those of us that hate following this have no choice but to bite the bullet – so this week, Rob and Jacob make predictions, offer scenarios, and most importantly, try to impart some advice about how to think about what is going to happen in the next 4 years no matter who resides in the White House.

Timestamps:

00:00 - Introduction
02:46 - Election Scenarios and Market Implications
04:43 - Economic Indicators and Predictions
10:06 - Cultural and Political Dynamics
15:40 - Market Reactions and Future Projections
26:52 - Market Reactions to Potential Trump Victory
28:56 - Impact of Fiscal Spending and Inflation
30:39 - Equity vs. Bond Markets
33:42 - Gold, Bitcoin, and Commodities
36:03 - Illegal Gold Mining in Latin America
37:31 - Potential Harris Victory and Economic Policies
41:55 - Historical Perspectives on Economic Policies
46:06 - Investment Strategies Amidst Volatility
50:44 - Long-term U.S. Economic Outlook
56:56 - Concluding Thoughts and Future Outlook

Referenced in the Show:

Jacob Shapiro Site: jacobshapiro.com

Jacob Twitter: x.com/JacobShap

CI Site: cognitive.investments

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