US Hiring Surges, Bolstering Case for Another Fed Rate Hike
Oct 6, 2023
auto_awesome
Bloomberg News Economics Editor and Bloomberg Intelligence Chief US Interest Rate Strategist discuss the impact of the September jobs report on the economy and Fed policy. ManpowerGroup's Chief Commercial Officer shares insights on the jobs report and employment trends. Bloomberg's Legal Reporter and Fenergo's Head of Financial Crime Policy talk about the SBF fraud trial and regulatory takeaways from FTX's collapse.
The projected 12% earnings growth for the S&P 500 in 2023 may not materialize due to wage pressures and potential economic slowdown.
The inverted yield curve signals potential economic slowdown, caution is advised due to possible margin pressure and borrowing costs.
Deep dives
Rally in the markets fueled by technical rebound from oversold conditions
The current market rally is a technical rebound from oversold conditions, but it may not be fundamentally sustainable. The Goldilocks trade, which requires strong economic growth and moderating inflation, seems optimistic. The expectation of 12% earnings growth next year may not materialize due to wage pressures and potential economic slowdown. While equities are not egregiously overvalued, they may be ahead of themselves and cautiousness is advised.
Uncertainty and skepticism about the strength of the equity market
There is uncertainty and skepticism about the strength of the equity market. The Federal Reserve's rate hikes coupled with potential wage pressures and slower economic growth may hinder strong earnings growth. It is uncertain whether the consumer spending and investments that have supported the economy will be sustained. Skepticism persists about the projected 12% earnings growth for the S&P 500 in 2023.
Consumer spending, investments, and government spending are key factors
The strength of the economy depends on consumer spending, investments, and government spending. The decline in savings and potential consumption slowdown, along with higher borrowing costs and less investment, could impact economic growth. The inverted yield curve, historically indicating a recession, signals potential economic slowdown. While not necessarily predicting a recession, a slowdown from rapid growth is expected.
Caution advised due to potential economic slowdown and margin pressure
Caution is advised due to potential economic slowdown and margin pressure. The combination of economic growth deceleration, possible wage pressures, and increased borrowing costs could impact company margins. The projected 12% earnings growth for the S&P 500 next year may face challenges. Equities might be slightly ahead of themselves, but not significantly overvalued.
Bloomberg News Economics Editor Molly Smith and Bloomberg Intelligence Chief US Interest Rate Strategist Ira Jersey discuss how the September jobs report could impact the economy and Fed policy. Becky Frankiewicz, Chief Commercial Officer at ManpowerGroup, shares her thoughts on the jobs report and current employment trends. Bloomberg News Legal Reporter Ava Benny-Morrison and Rory Doyle, Head of Financial Crime Policy at Fenergo, talk about the SBF fraud trail and key regulatory takeaways from FTX’s collapse. And we Drive to the Close with Alan Zafran, Founding Partner and Co-CEO at IEQ Capital. Hosts: Carol Massar and Jess Menton. Producer: Paul Brennan.