The article discusses several key topics in the investment world this week, including the potential government shutdown, inflation, falling home sales, negative interest rates, and the performance of Las Vegas Sands ($LVS) in the wake of Macau's longest lockdown and a massive typhoon. The author suggests that the government shutdown is more political theater than a real issue, and that inflation is a problem that the Federal Reserve cannot solve. Home sales continue to fall due to higher interest rates and reduced affordability. Negative interest rates are deemed both dumb and unsafe. Lastly, despite recent challenges, Las Vegas Sands is expected to perform well due to the upcoming Golden Week in Macau.