Category Archive: 5) Global Macro

Behind the data: the secret to songwriting

With 25 Billboard Hot 100 number one hits to his name, Max Martin is effectively the king of pop music. We wanted to find the key to his success—with a little help from a lot of data. 00:00 - Behind the data 00:39 - Our dataset 01:53 - Was Max Martin right? 03:32 - Why intros are shorter now To read our daily chart on hit-maker Max Martin: https://econ.st/40EN0TH For more of The Economist’s data journalism: https://econ.st/3KsCaud Sign up to...

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How to stop AI going rogue

Artificial intelligence is improving so fast that no one knows what it might be capable of. It brings huge opportunities, but also huge risks. Arjun Ramani, The Economist's global business and economics correspondent, explains what could go wrong. 00:00 - How could AI go wrong? 01:12 - What are the risks? 03:11 - How to practise AI safety 04:42 - What are the benefits? Sign up to The Economist’s daily newsletter: https://econ.st/3QAawvI How...

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Why are wars getting longer?

The outbreak of violence in Sudan isn’t an anomaly; the world's civil wars are growing longer and deadlier. Robert Guest, The Economist’s deputy editor, explains why. 00:00 - Civil wars are getting longer 00:58 - Complexity 02:14 - Criminality 03:12 - Climate change 04:52 - The road to peace? Sign up to The Economist’s daily newsletter: https://econ.st/3QAawvI The world’s deadliest war last year wasn’t in Ukraine: https://econ.st/3MRXH0T Why...

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How El Niño and La Niña cause extreme weather

El Niño and La Niña are opposite states of one of Earth’s most important climate processes, the El Niño Southern Oscillation, or ENSO. It can lead to devastating weather events all over the world. But how does it work, what kinds of extreme weather does it cause and how is global warming affecting it? 00:00 - What is ENSO’s neutral state? 03:15 - What is El Niño? 07:24 - What is La Niña? 10:36 - ENSO and climate change Sign up to The Economist’s...

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Beyond Good Friday: the future of peace in Northern Ireland

Twenty five years ago the Good Friday Agreement brought peace to Northern Ireland. But while the treaty has saved thousands of lives, it has also resulted in a brittle and unstable government. Could this jeopardise the future of peace? 00:00 - The Good Friday Agreement then and now 02:49 - Northern Ireland’s history 03:56 - What did the Good Friday Agreement change? 05:41 - The impact of Brexit 07:07 - The legacy of violence 09:16 - Modern day...

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Israel’s protests: why Bibi’s delay is an opportunity for Israel

Israel’s prime minister, Binyamin Netanyahu, has pressed pause on his power-grabbing judicial reforms. Now a strife-torn country has a chance to rethink. #israel #israelprotest 00:00 - Israel is in chaos 00:34 - Democracy is working in Israel 01:52 - Israel’s constitutional question 03:35 - The depth of division might undermine this opportunity To read more about what’s happening in Israel: https://econ.st/3M3uBeJ For our most recent...

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AI Chatbots: What they really mean for the future

With the arrival of generative AI chatbots, artificial intelligence no longer seems the preserve of science fiction. Now that the bots are talking back, what does it mean for the future of the internet—and our relationship with machines? 00:00 - Chatbots are changing the internet 01:02 - How do chatbots work? 03:40 - The problems with today’s chatbots 06:40 - The ELIZA effect 07:46 - Replika AI 09:55 - What might future chatbots be able to do?...

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Silicon Valley Bank: what really went wrong?

Since the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank, American regulators have pulled out all the stops to protect depositors. But the scramble to ensure stability has exposed serious flaws in America’s banking architecture. What comes next? 00:00 - Silicon Valley Bank has collapsed 00:38 - What has happened? 02:07 - How have regulators reacted? 03:12 - What does this mean for banking? Read our briefing about the SVB collapse: https://econ.st/3TbN8ap...

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Is it worth having kids?

Fertility rates are falling across the rich world, as more and more people are weighing up whether to have children. Raising them can be stressful and cost a fortune, but they might bring you a lot of joy. So all things considered, on International Women's Day, is it worth having kids? #internationalwomensday #iwd2023 00:00 - Is it worth having kids? 00:36 - Do kids make parents happy? 03:12 - Why people used to have more children 04:11 - The...

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2023 is The Era of Scarcity | Charles Hugh Smith

We are in the midst of extremely difficult era shifts. One of the fundamental ideas in economics is scarcity. It indicates that there is a gap between the supply and demand for an item or service. At times of scarcity, people's needs and wants are unending, but there are only so many resources that can be distributed. The forces of evolution and adaptation are trying to choose the appropriate course of action. #video #youtube #era #future...

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How Much Resources Do We Waste? | Charles Hugh Smith

Charles Hugh Smith argues that our society values economic growth based on resource consumption and waste, rather than efficient use and recycling. We need to change our mindset to invest in resources and minimize waste, rather than celebrating activities that increase resource use. This requires differentiating between productive investment and wasteful consumption and recycling industrial waste to create a sustainable economy. Watch more of...

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The Main Drivers of Economic Growth | Charles Hugh Smith

Financialization and Globalization have been the main drivers of economic growth in the last 40 years, keeping costs down through lower interest rates and cheaper production. However, these trends are no longer sustainable and have reached their limits, leading to the recent occurrence of inflation. Charles Hugh Smith implies that new strategies may be needed to sustain economic growth in the future. Watch more of this short video from Turmoil...

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People Don’t Account For Wastish Growth Charles Hugh Smith

At Wealthion, we talked about the current state of copper mining and how it has changed over time. It mentions that boulders are no longer being mined and instead weaker dilute grades of copper are being targeted. TExtracting copper has become more expensive and difficult compared to the past. The Canyon Mine in Utah is used as an example of this. Two drivers of growth in the last 40 years: financialization and globalization. Financialization...

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China Is Trapped… Charles Hugh Smith

There are millions of empty apartments in China that developers and investors are buying as a way to store their wealth, which has disconnected the housing market from the needs of ordinary people. This is a result of entrenched legacy systems that make it difficult to make changes, even if they would benefit the country as a whole. China needs to break free from these systems to create a more sustainable and equitable future. Watch more of this...

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Whats The Best Way Forward Charles Hugh Smith

We are currently in the midst of a significant and complicated transition from one era to another. This transition is characterized by confusion and complexity because there are people who are benefiting from the current system and they will resist any change. Meanwhile, there are also forces of adaptation and evolution that are working to determine the best way forward. Watch more of this short video from Turmoil Ahead As We Enter The New Era...

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America’s $2trn green boost, explained

America is spending trillions of dollars in an effort to make the country stronger, greener and richer. These are the three key things you need to know about the plan and its chances of success. 00:00 - A new green America 00:30 - Democrats are being ambitious 01:14 - Manufacturing will move to America 01:53 - Planning could be a stumbling block To read more about Biden’s plans to remake America’s economy: https://econ.st/3IEGNiP For our most...

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Charles Hugh Smith: Transitioning To The Global Era of Scarcity!

Explore the current global economic landscape with Charles Hugh Smith in this must-watch video! From increasing scarcity to the necessity of transitioning, Smith’s insights provide a thorough overview of what needs to be done to navigate the global era. He outlines practical ways for individuals and businesses to confront these complex challenges head-on and make positive change happen. Tune in now and learn how you can take advantage of this...

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Charles Hugh Smith: This Turmoil Is Not All Bad!



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Charles Hugh Smith: Resisting Inflation Is Futile

In this fascinating video, Charles Hugh Smith joins us to discuss the inevitability of inflation. He discusses why fighting it is a losing battle, and how it can be used as an economic tool. Discover what he has to say about the long-term effects of inflation and learn strategies for protecting your finances in an inflating world. Don't miss out on Charles' valuable insights - watch now!

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Entering an Era of Scarcity | Charles Hugh Smith

The world is entering a new era of scarcity, which is different from the previous 75 years of abundance. This scarcity is not only limited to resources but also affordability, as costs are rising for various reasons. This will impact the global economy, and the model of growth at any cost will no longer be sustainable. Watch more of this short video from Turmoil Ahead As We Enter The New Era Of 'Scarcity' | Charles Hugh Smith #shortvideo...

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