Is the Fed Driving the Economy Off a Cliff? ft. Komal Sri-Kumar

Sep 17, 2024

In this engaging conversation, Komal Sri-Kumar, president of Sri-Kumar Global Strategies, analyzes the Federal Reserve's shifting priorities as it approaches interest rate cuts. He discusses the Fed's role as a cheerleader for equity markets and how a weaker dollar could signal instability. The talk also delves into economic disparities, emphasizing the impact of inflation on lower-income families. Additionally, Sri-Kumar highlights challenges in labor data accuracy and the vulnerabilities within the commercial real estate market.

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Intro

00:00 • 2min

Navigating Economic Turbulence

02:20 • 27min

Economic Disparities: The Fed's Impact on Income Inequality

29:31 • 4min

Implications of Job Data Revisions on Economic Analysis

33:13 • 2min

Challenges in Labor Data Accuracy and Workforce Quality

35:30 • 3min

Navigating Monetary Challenges

38:32 • 21min

Risks in Commercial Real Estate

59:42 • 7min