Merryn Talks Money

The podcast discusses the potential 'gold rush' in space due to the presence of rare materials. It explores the financial potential of establishing a base on the moon and highlights the importance of satellites. The chapter also delves into the risks of overcrowding and collisions in space, as well as the benefits of helium-3 as fusion fuel. Finally, it touches on investing in gold and Bitcoin in the context of the space gold rush and the shifting dynamics of space exploration.

Former Chancellor of the Exchequer, Kwasi Kwarteng, talks taxes, the 'mini-budget', and what he thinks the Tory party should do before the next election. They discuss the importance of creating conditions for economic growth, stability in tax policies, and the negative effects of frequent changes in tax rates. The chapter emphasizes the need for more deliberate and gradual government policies. They also express their desire for significant reforms in the UK tax system.

Wall Street veteran Ed Yardeni discusses the potential for a growth boom, the arbitrary nature of central banks' inflation target, and why he sees Bitcoin as digital gold.

Howard Marks, co-founder of Oaktree Capital Management, discusses the value of Bitcoin compared to gold, the current investment environment, and the importance of high-yield bond funds for investors. He highlights that Bitcoin is only worth what people will pay for it and suggests that instead of Bitcoin or gold, investors should consider high-yield bond funds. Marks also emphasizes the impact of low interest rates on investment markets and differentiates between investments with intrinsic value and those without. He compares the limited supply of Bitcoin and gold, expressing a preference for gold due to its reliability. The podcast also touches on the admiration for successful investors, Bitcoin's lack of intrinsic value, and the difficulty in determining its value.

In this podcast, the hosts discuss topics such as the Iowa Republican presidential caucus, Houthi militant attacks on a US-owned container ship, Iranian missile strikes, UK inflation forecast, Apple's smart watches, campaign strategies of Ron DeSantis and Nikki Haley, and key things to watch out for in the New Hampshire primary.

All too many commentators on the UK economy are “default decliners,” according to Simon French, chief economist and head of research at UK investment bank Panmure Gordon: there’s nothing they can’t put a lousy spin on.French and Janus Henderson portfolio manager Laura Foll join this week’s Merryn Talks Money to share their UK economic outlook for 2024. The data on the British economy isn’t looking bad at all, French says—certainly not as bad as the numbers coming out of Germany.They also discuss their expectations for house prices and what sectors look promising right now. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Steen Jakobsen, Chief Investment Officer at Saxo Bank, discusses Saxo Bank's 'outrageous predictions' for 2024, including the end of American capitalism with tax-free government bonds. The conversation explores the increasing influence of government in the financial market and the rise of government regulations. They also touch on the potential risks of AI, investment strategies for retail investors, and predictions for the future.

Professor and filmmaker Peter Byck says lessons from ancient bison herds can make cattle farming less of a climate disaster and more profitable. Merryn speaks to him about his latest 4-part documentary series "Roots So Deep (you can see the devil down there)" and the future of farming. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

As the US and China vie for supremacy, Pippa Malmgren, economist, author and former adviser to US President George W. Bush, says the threat of conflict is growing. But there may be a silver lining.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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