Episodes (Page 34)
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The trucking industry faces legal challenges regarding the application of gig economy labor laws.
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Mortgage rates have surged to a two-decade high, exceeding benchmark interest rate increases.
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The US has imposed new restrictions on semiconductor technology exports to China.
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The Alberta NDP finds success in a conservative province by supporting the oil and gas industry.
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Nouriel Roubini predicts a severe economic downturn due to ongoing supply shocks.
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Jigar Shah leads the DOE's loan office, now flush with hundreds of billions.
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China's Communist Party Congress convenes amid significant national challenges.
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Mortgage rates at 7% have caused historic affordability collapse for homebuyers.
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UK gilts and pound experienced extreme volatility after the mini-budget.
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Rent inflation is a major driver, making Fed targets difficult to reach.
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Marko Papic explains why market expectations about Russia's invasion were wrong.
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Pierre Andurand offers a path for Europe to survive the winter energy crisis.
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Timothy Massie discusses regulating stablecoins without new legislation.
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Ethereum successfully transitioned from proof-of-work to proof-of-stake.
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Cryptocurrencies defy traditional asset classifications, creating regulatory uncertainty.
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Zoltan Pozsar predicts a new currency regime, 'Bretton Woods 3.0', diminishing dollar centrality.
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Biden administration achieves significant economic policy wins like CHIPS and IRA.
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China's economy faces headwinds from Covid Zero policies and real estate troubles.
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Fed Chair Powell signals strong commitment to defeating inflation at Jackson Hole.
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US unemployment is low at 3.5%, but labor force participation remains below pre-crisis levels.