Ben Ashby: Why Most Economists Are Wrong

In this episode of The Blunt Dollar, I sit down with Ben Ashby, Chief Investment Officer at Anderson Rowe, CFA Charterholder, podcaster, and one of the most direct voices in UK asset management.Ben brings a rare mix of fixed income experience, macro skepticism, financial history, and contrarian thinking to a conversation about markets, risk, AI, and why the next decade may look very different from the last one. We talk about:💧 Why liquidity is one of the most powerful and misunderstood forces in markets📉 How Ben thinks about being wrong, cutting losses, and protecting capital🧠 Why traditional economics often fails to explain how markets actually behave🏛️ What financial history can teach us about debt, populism, inflation, and regime shifts🤖 How AI could reshape finance as a force multiplier, while also creating another potential investment bubbleIf you like macro, contrarian investing, financial history, risk management and brutally honest market conversations, this one’s for you.Oh, and if you haven't already... subscribe to The Blunt Dollar for more raw and honest finance conversations.New episodes drop every other week! Available on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, and wherever you get your podcasts.And last, but not least, don't forget to follow me on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ignacio-ramirez-moreno-cfa/Enjoy the episode!Disclaimer: This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only. It does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Listeners should consult a qualified financial professional before making any financial decisions.