Banking Under Pressure
As interest rates rise, the mark to market value of bank securities drops significantly, creating a precarious situation for banks. When Silicon Valley bank faced a sudden demand for cash from startups, it was forced to liquidate long-term securities at a loss, revealing the vulnerability of banks to interest rate fluctuations. This event sparked widespread awareness of the risks associated with bank investments and the impact of rising rates on their financial health.In this clip
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