Are Fixed-Income Valuations a Cause for Concern?

The transcript discusses the shift in central bank policies in 2016, focusing on the European Central Bank's bond-buying acceleration and its impact on US Treasury yields. Concerns about asset valuations and the scarcity of risk-free assets are highlighted, with a mention of gold's rising value. The Federal Reserve's role in the US economy is debated, with some advocating for more debt issuance to meet demand for safe assets. Criticism is directed at central banks for distorting capital markets, and the need for market normalization and fiscal policy is emphasized.

What changes in central banking practices were observed in 2016?

What concerns were raised regarding valuations in the current economic climate?

How has the demand for safe assets affected the US economy according to the discussion?

What are the implications of the Federal Reserve's actions on capital markets?

What role does fiscal policy play in the recovery process as mentioned in the text?