Can the Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank Be Contained?

The video discusses the dynamics of banking relationships, focusing on the phenomenon of bank runs and the rationality of investor concerns about contagion. It highlights the risks associated with banks catering to riskier sectors like venture capital and cryptocurrency. The discussion concludes with a comparison of risks between small and large banks, noting that large banks have safer and more liquid balance sheets than in 2007.

What is a classic bank run and why is it significant?

What factors might lead investors to question the stability of banks?

What are the potential risks associated with banks that cater to riskier sectors?

How do small banks differ from large banks in terms of risk and liquidity?

In what ways have the balance sheets of large banks changed since 2007?