Money & Markets Report: September 4, 2025

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September 4, 2025

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Assets and Citizens and Allies, Oh My!

September 4, 2025

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Money & Markets

Assets and Citizens and Allies, Oh My!

In this episode of Money & Markets, Catherine and John return from a brief hiatus to tackle a wide range of pressing financial and political issues. They start by discussing the implications of Treasury Secretary Descent’s new financial strategy under Trump’s administration, which directs foreign investments into U.S. industries.

The conversation extends to controversial AI-driven decisions in Medicare and the legality of firing Lisa Cook from the Federal Reserve, raising questions about executive authority and congressional oversight. They also delve into the geopolitical ramifications of U.S. tariff policies on countries like India and Germany’s hesitation to send troops to Ukraine, reflecting broader shifts in international relations.

They also touch on Israel’s struggle to recruit soldiers amidst internal shortages and controversial favoritism towards American soldiers serving in the IDF, highlighting tensions and ethical dilemmas. The impact of AI on legal rulings and the increasing risks associated with cryptocurrency investments are also significant points of discussion.

Wrapping up, they explore the rise in cost of living for American citizens, the potential for stablecoins to transform global finance, and positive actions like the United Methodist Church’s decision to divest from bonds tied to illegal occupations. Catherine concludes by emphasizing the importance of maintaining a sense of humor and perspective as they navigate these complex and often troubling topics.


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  1. FYI – Have you heard the name Eric Hecker who testified to the Senate. I just heard an interview. He was part of the Stargate program starting at age 7 without his parents knowing while in a Catholic school. Later was in the Navy and worked for Raytheon. He was involved in the US Antarctic advanced technology program. Many insights on control over minds, weather and more. His website is deciphering.tv. Hope this helps!

  2. London last week.
    1) Tried to pop into a top end French boutique in the King’s Road in Chelsea to buy some midrange clothing (swimwear) in the middle of the afternoon one day last week. People everywhere, busy time. Nonetheless the door was locked – as Jewelry shops typically are – too dangerous to have it open now, the assistant told me
    2) an hour later in a poorer area of central London – still within 500yds of Hyde Park – the Tesco cashiers are now behind bulletproof glass. “It happened about 9 or 10 months ago, I can’t imagine it going back to being open…” said the lovely assistant.
    Moving quickly now.

    1. Wow, that is a shocking report about London. My family lived there in the late 70s and early 80s. I cannot imagine any shop within 500 yards of Hyde Park with employees having to work behind bullet proof glass.

  3. Catherine,

    I hope you and the Solari staff have a lovely well-deserved and restorative summer break. I can’t begin to imagine what the rest of 2025 will be like.

  4. Hi Catherine,
    Just saw the twitt you posted about China considering a youan backed stablecoin!!! It seems they are all rushing into stablecoins, as if that would be good 😭
    I wonder what the ECB will come with! As I could understand from the proposal of legislation for the digital euro they have the proposal written just waiting to be signed!
    I’m really worried they could use the excuse of stablecoins to sign such legislation in Europe and make us have the digital euro, any thoughts on this?? I can’t wait for the Next money and markets!!!🤭🤭🤭 Of course you reserve vacations!! But seeing how things are unfolding quickly, here in Spain they are burning half of the country, I have the feeling they are accelerating things!
    Many thanks!!!😊😊😊

    1. Yes, certainly accelerating. The competition for programmable money is on – whether CBDC or stablecoins – I am hoping the competition will make a mess of it.

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