This podcast episode explores the concept of global liquidity and its origins at Salomon Brothers. It discusses the role of central banks, particularly the Federal Reserve and the People's Bank of China, in shaping global liquidity. The conversation highlights the importance of collateral markets and bond volatility measures in understanding global liquidity. The episode also delves into the dominance of liquidity and term premium in driving bond markets, as well as the significance of monetary hedges and liquidity in the financial sector. It discusses potential liquidity issues, potential monetization of liquidity, and the relationship between the US dollar and China's trade surplus. The episode concludes by examining the impact of liquidity on various markets and the collective decision-making process of central banks.
