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Gary Brode - Deep Knowledge Investing | Maxing Out The Fiscal Credit Card

Season 1, Ep. 170

Are governments really spending money with the best interests of their own citizens at heart? Join Gary Brode from Deep Knowledge Investing in a thought-provoking conversation about the strange world of sovereign debt and how it links to the value of your money. Gary explains how government spending often doesn't add value to citizens' lives and contributes to the rising costs of everyday items. Did the recent downgrade of US treasury leave you baffled? Gary dissects the facts behind this dramatic event, the function of rating agencies and the potential of a US default. Despite the downgrade, why is the US government still a safe haven for investment? Dive deeper into the potential repercussions of the US treasury downgrade on the future of the economy. How useful are Wall Street's research reports? We shed light on the murky waters of sell-side research and insider trading. Learn how to decipher reliable information from marketing gimmicks and understand the legal way to acquire investment insights.


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