Join Henry Kerr, Economics editor at The Economist, and David Rennie, Beijing bureau chief, as they delve into the looming threat of recessions in the U.S. and Europe, sparked by rising interest rates and energy prices. They discuss the reckless maneuvers of Chinese fighter pilots, reflecting a growing distrust of the West. A humorous haircut mishap leads to an intriguing conversation on global pricing dynamics, challenging traditional economic theories with unexpected insights.
Hints are turning to hard data: economic slowdowns are coming. We ask about the threat of recessions in different regions and about the effects they may have. The reckless behaviour of China’s fighter pilots is just one reflection of the country’s distrust of the West. And a haircut gone wrong leads to a lesson that challenges textbook economics. For full access to print, digital and audio editions of The Economist, subscribe here www.economist.com/intelligenceoffer