BlackRock's Rieder Says Borrowing to Spend Doesn't Make Any Sense

The video discusses the US government's borrowing strategies, including the potential for issuing longer-term bonds and utilizing the TIPS market. It explores creative fiscal spending methods, such as public-private partnerships, and highlights investment opportunities in infrastructure projects. The conversation touches on modern monetary theory and the role of pension funds and insurance companies in long-term investments.

What are the potential benefits of issuing long-dated bonds?

In what ways can the government creatively approach fiscal spending?