Davos 2025: Ken Rogoff on Trump, Interest Rates, Dollar

The transcript discusses the economic outlook, focusing on the impact of policies from Trump's first term and the constraints faced in the current term. It highlights the challenges posed by rising interest rates and the growing deficit, predicting future inflation and interest rate trends. The discussion also covers corporate America's response to policy changes and the sustainability of economic growth. Additionally, it explores global currency dynamics, particularly the role of the US dollar and potential shifts in its status.

What are the implications of rising interest rates on the US economy and its debt?

What factors contribute to the current deficit and how does it relate to GDP growth?

Discuss the potential future of the US dollar as a reserve currency in light of current economic trends.