US Producer Prices Jump, Adding to Signs of Persisting Inflation
Mar 14, 2024
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US Producer Prices rise due to higher fuel and food costs, signaling persistent inflation. Talk of Steven Mnuchin targeting TikTok purchase. Story on America's plumber deficit. Insights from Incredible Health CEO on US nursing report. Discussion on market trends and investment strategies.
US Producer Prices rose in Feb due to higher fuel and food costs, indicating persistent inflation.
Diversifying into undervalued stocks can yield positive returns amidst concerns of overvaluation in popular stocks.
Deep dives
Importance of Strong Consumer Spending in Driving the Economy
Consumer spending remains strong, fueling the economy as unemployment rates stay low and consumers continue to spend. This trend indicates stability and optimism in the economy.
Warning Against Overvaluation and the Need for Portfolio Diversification
While the S&P 500 has seen significant gains, there are concerns about overvaluation in some popular stocks like Nvidia. Caution is advised to avoid being overly invested in potentially overvalued stocks.
Opportunities in Undervalued Stocks and Market Rotation
Despite the S&P 500's strong performance, opportunities exist in undervalued stocks that have not seen significant growth. Diversifying into these undervalued stocks could yield positive returns as market rotations may favor such stocks.
Focus on Domestic Investments and Consumer-Centric Companies
Emphasizing domestic investments and consumer-centric companies like Casers and Progressive, which demonstrate potential growth and market traction. Progressive's move into bundling insurances and focus on diverse insurance offerings showcase growth potential.
Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Daniel Hornung, Deputy Director with the National Economic Council and Bloomberg News International Economics & Policy Correspondent Michael McKee discuss US PPI data that rose in February by the most in six months, driven by higher fuel and food costs that add to evidence inflation remains elevated. Bloomberg News Technology Reporter Alex Barinka talks about Steven Mnuchin targeting a purchase of TikTok from its Chinese parent company. Bloomberg News Global Economy Reporter Enda Curran provides the details of his Businessweek story America’s Plumber Deficit Isn’t Good for the Economy. Dr. Iman Abuzeid, Co-Founder and CEO at Incredible Health, shares the hiring platform's fifth annual State of US Nursing report. And we Drive to the Close with George Young, Portfolio Manager at Villere Funds. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.