In this episode, Kathy Jones and Liz Ann Sonders discuss the latest stock market rotations and the Federal Reserve's evolving stance on interest rates.
Then, Liz Ann Sonders is joined by Peter Atwater. She and Peter delve into the concept of the Confidence Map, exploring how confidence influences decision-making and risk perception in investing. They discuss the role of sentiment in investment decisions, the impact of social media on market behavior, and the importance of portfolio construction that considers investor sentiment. The conversation also touches on the K-shaped economy, highlighting the widening economic divide and its implications for society.
Peter Atwater is the author of The Confidence Map: Charting a Path from Chaos to Clarity.
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