Globalization's primary benefit was disinflation through efficient supply chains.
However, it negatively impacted US wages and manufacturing.
Reversing globalization could boost these sectors but might increase inflation.
Fixing US manufacturing likely requires addressing high US healthcare costs, which burden employers more than in other developed countries.
Without fundamental changes, reshoring efforts may be costly and ineffective.
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The 2024 U.S. election has reshaped the macro landscape, and few understand its implications better than Lyn Alden.
She joins Bankless to discuss the impact of Trump’s policies on the dollar, Bitcoin, and global markets. From fiscal dominance and trade wars to the possibility of a new Plaza Accord and the role of Bitcoin in sovereign reserves, this episode covers the key macro trends that will shape 2025 and beyond.
Will Trump’s economic agenda lead to a weaker dollar and lower interest rates? What does it mean for Bitcoin and risk assets? Tune in to find out.