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Macro Voices
MacroVoices #447 Eric Peters: US/EU/China, Competitive Outlook
Sep 26, 2024
In this discussion, macroeconomic expert Eric Peters dives into the competitiveness landscape of the U.S., EU, and China. The conversation explores how Federal Reserve policies shape the dollar's future amid rising inflation and international tensions. Peters also analyzes the implications of de-globalization on trade and the potential impact of digital currencies on the dollar's status. With insights into market dynamics, geopolitical shifts, and energy trends, it's a captivating look at the evolving financial world.
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- The Fed's struggle with inflation and high real rates highlights political challenges impacting its ability to achieve a soft landing amidst budget deficits.
- The shifting economic dynamics among the US, EU, and China reveal significant disparities in resilience and competitiveness, exacerbated by de-globalization trends.
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The State of Inflation and Fed Policy
The current economic environment highlights the Fed's political challenges as it grapples with inflation. Despite initial beliefs that inflation was transitory, the Fed has had to raise rates at an unprecedented pace, leading to high real rates that affect borrowing costs for businesses. With the political landscape impacting the Fed's decisions, concerns arise about whether the Fed can achieve a soft landing while dealing with substantial budget deficits. The ongoing political dynamics and the current economic strategy suggest that the US is choosing to pursue higher inflation amidst substantial spending obligations.
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