Billionaires and British football
Summary
Marketplace examines declining home equity as falling prices and increased borrowing reduce homeowner wealth, particularly in the Gulf Coast. Treasury yields rise amid a $40 trillion national debt, while Walmart stock drops despite tariff refund benefits. Additionally, Jeff Bezos joins other Americans buying into the English Premier League, with expert Andres Martinez discussing the global appeal and investment logic behind owning clubs like Liverpool.
Topics discussed
Home equity trends and underwater mortgages
Treasury yields rise as national debt hits $40T
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Jeff Bezos buys stake in Liverpool FC
Valuation of sports teams as rare assets
American ownership and globalization in English football
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