The video below provides an in-depth look at Silicon Valley Bank’s downfall, from its heavy investments in bonds to the bank run that has sent shockwaves through the market. (For more information on investigations into potential misconduct at SVB, check out this video.)
Questions:
- How did SVB’s substantial investments in bonds backfire on the bank?
- Do you think federal regulators should place limits on how much money banks like SVB can invest? Why or why not?