Larry Summers and Eric Schmidt on Technology and the Global Economy
22 Feb 2024
Experienced in finance and predicting market trends, Larry and the speaker discuss interest rates, inflation, and Fed decisions. The economy shows signs of strength and inflation may rise. They speculate on potential Fed moves but stress the need to consider outlier scenarios. They also touch on election year monetary policy and historical lessons on economic impact. Concerns about geopolitical and political risks are raised, affecting markets. They stress the importance of order and predictability. The conversation shifts to the impact of AI on productivity and job automation. They discuss the potential for AI to enhance various tasks and its societal implications. The discussion concludes with a Q&A session on global economic interdependence and future tech trends, emphasizing the positive sum game nature of growth in the global economy.
Moderator: Larry Summers
Speakers: Eric Schmidt