Germany's Economic Warning and Global Implications
Germany's top insurance boss warns of a potential economic crisis and the impact on global markets.
In this episode, Alice and Lewis discuss the recent warning from Germany's top insurance boss about the country's economy, the potential for healthcare and welfare costs to collapse the social security system, and the implications for global investments. They also explore the concerns around the valuation of US tech stocks like Nvidia and Tesla.
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