Steve Eisman, Mark Zandi, and Hugh Johnston discuss US deficit, Fed rate cuts, Disney's Q2 report, streaming, and parks division outlook. Topics include solar tariffs, investing trends in AI, caution in stock market, and Marvel movie disappointments. Also covers economic forum, inflation, interest rates, debt impact, potential economic slowdown, and Disney's strong business performance and streaming strategy.
Steve Eisman is not concerned about the US deficit or Fed rate cuts, while Mark Zandi sees green flags for Fed cuts.
Disney CFO discusses mixed second-quarter report and outlook on streaming and parks divisions.
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Neuberger Berman's Steve Eisman says he's not overly concerned about the US deficit or the timing of when the Fed cuts rates. Mark Zandi of Moody's Analytics shares a differing take on the deficit and says everything is pointing green for the Fed to start cutting.' Disney CFO Hugh Johnston discusses Disney's mixed second-quarter report and overviews the company's outlook on their streaming and parks divisions.