Roubini Says Buy Precious Metals, Short-Term Treasuries

The video discusses the concept of safety in investments, highlighting that long-term treasuries are not currently safe due to inflation. It explains how inflation affects treasury yields and the resulting impact on bond values. The video suggests strategies to hedge against inflation, such as investing in short-term treasuries, TIPS, gold, and other precious metals. It emphasizes the importance of adapting investment strategies to mitigate risks associated with inflation.

What has the speaker been advocating regarding long-term treasuries?

• They are the best investment option.

• They should be avoided at all costs.

• They are not a safe investment.

• They are a safe investment.

If average inflation is 5%, what should the ten-year Treasury yield eventually be?

• 10%

• 3%

• 5%

• 7%

How did safe bonds perform compared to the S&P last year?

• They performed better.

• They had no change.

• They performed worse.

• They performed the same.

What is one of the recommended solutions for mitigating risks associated with long-duration risk assets?

• Investing in short-term treasuries.

• Investing in long-term treasuries.

• Investing in real estate.

• Investing in cryptocurrencies.

Which of the following is NOT mentioned as a hedge against inflation?

• Treasury Inflation-Protected Securities (TIPS)

• Cryptocurrencies

• Metals

• Gold