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Spending with Stanley Druckenmiller: We’ve Got to Stop! We’re Drunk 11/01/23
Nov 1, 2023
Stanley Druckenmiller, legendary investor and hedge fund manager, shares concerns about US debt and government aid for Ukraine and Israel. He criticizes Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen for missed opportunities and refers to government spending as 'drunken sailor' behavior. Topics discussed include fixed commission rates in real estate, potential consequences of fiscal recklessness, long-term inflation, burdening future generations, the current state of the economy, and the impact of debt on interest rates.
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- Stanley Druckenmiller expresses concern about the unsustainable U.S. debt and the need for fiscal discipline and entitlement cuts.
- The recent federal jury ruling against national association realtors highlights the need for fair practices and transparent pricing in the real estate industry.
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Stanley Druckenmiller criticizes US debt and spending
In this podcast episode, hedge fund titan Stanley Druckenmiller voices his concern over the rising US debt and excessive spending. He argues that the country is spending recklessly, digging itself into a deep hole of debt. Druckenmiller points out that increased debt and deficit spending are not sustainable in the long term and calls for a more disciplined approach to fiscal policy. He highlights the need for cuts in entitlements and emphasizes that interest expenses alone will crowd out other important budget allocations. Druckenmiller also discusses the potential impact on the stock market and innovation if the debt levels continue to rise.
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