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Bloomberg Surveillance

The Path for Rate Cuts and Polling 2024

May 22, 2024
Seema Shah, David Malpass, and Liz Ann Sonders discuss global macro outlook, US exceptionalism, US and global economies, government debt, markets, rate cuts pace, and the latest Bloomberg poll on the 2024 election, covering economic forecasting challenges, consumer sentiment, inflation impact, economic indicators, market trends, presidential polls analysis, campaign strategies, and the VP candidate's role in influencing voters.
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Quick takeaways

  • Central banks adjust to changing economic data for accurate forecasting in response to COVID-driven shifts.
  • US economy faces challenges in achieving a soft landing due to market acceleration concerns and interest rate impacts.

Deep dives

Central Banks' Approach to Economic Data

Central banks, particularly the Fed, adapt to economic data changes, responding as data unfolds. Forecasting challenges arise due to COVID-driven economic shifts. Recent economic changes lead to recalibration for more accurate forecasting and reliance on new economic indicators.

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