# An Economic Forecast for 2025, Ep #65

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Podcast: [UPTHINKING FINANCE](https://stenobird.com/podcast/upthinking-finance-5204253)
Published: 2024-12-13T14:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://upthinking-finance.captivate.fm
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## Resource

Today’s guest is economist Lyn Alden, an independent analyst and founder of  Lyn Alden-Investment Strategy , where she publishes monthly research reports for both retail and institutional investors.  With a background in electrical engineering and a master’s in engineering management specializing in financial modeling, Lyn excels at breaking down complex economic trends into plain English.  She is also a general partner at  Ego Death Capital  and the author of the 2023 bestseller “ Broken Money ,” which examines the evolution of money through the lens of technology. In this episode, Lyn offers her perspective on the macroeconomic factors shaping 2025, including political uncertainty, fiscal dominance, and more. You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... How Lyn got into investment research [1:50] The 2024 election’s influence on the economy [8:00] What happens with the debt ceiling? [16:25] What Lyn likes better than the dollar and why [22:09] Lyn’s view on BRICS plans [22:45] Expiring tax cuts and bank lending [28:40] Lyn’s experience with Bitcoin [33:55] Lyn’s advice to avoid complacency [41:40] Securities and Advisory services offered through LPL Financial. A registered investment advisor. Member FINRA & SIPC. The financial professionals associated with LPL Financial may discuss and/or transact business only with residents of the states in which they are properly registered or licensed. No offers may be made or accepted from any resident of any other state.  Resources & People Mentioned Broken Money, Lyn Alden Ego Death Capital Lyn Alden-Investment Strategy Connect With Lyn Alden Lyn Alden Connect with Emerson Fersch Capital Investment Advisers On  LinkedIn Subscribe to  Upthinking Finance Audi…

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