Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar Stories of Week 7/3: Recession Arriving, Highland Park, Biden Incompetence, Airline Chaos, & More!
Jul 9, 2022
Rory Johnston, an energy analyst and writer at Commodity Context, dives into the turbulent oil markets and recent price swings, highlighting the impact of geopolitical events like Russia's invasion of Ukraine. The hosts discuss the looming recession, rising inflation, and the challenges facing the Biden administration in addressing these economic concerns. They also reflect on the tragic Highland Park shooting, emphasizing the need for deeper discussions around gun violence and public safety. This insightful conversation captures the current socio-political landscape and economic uncertainties.
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Potential Recession
- The U.S. economy might already be in a recession, according to the Atlanta Fed's GDP tracker.
- High inflation, impacting consumer spending, is a major factor.
Strange Recession
- Current economic conditions are unusual, with negative growth and low unemployment.
- This makes it difficult to predict the future trajectory of the economy.
Speculation's Impact
- Commodity prices are influenced by Wall Street speculation, not just supply and demand.
- This speculation adds to the volatility and unpredictability of the market.