Media-Whipped Slowdown Fears Could Trigger Recession | Danielle DiMartino Booth

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May 13, 2025

In this discussion, Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist for QI Research LLC and author of 'Fed Up,' dives deep into the current economic climate. She explores how media narratives influence public fears of recession and the factors contributing to consumer spending shifts, especially among the middle class burdened by debt. Danielle critiques Federal Reserve policies while emphasizing the importance of financial resilience for future generations. Her insights address the challenges of aging populations and the promising dynamics of multigenerational living.

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Media Can Trigger Recession Fear

Media labeling a downturn as recession can trigger a self-fulfilling prophecy.
Many Americans already feel recession effects; stronger media agreement might worsen the pullback.

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US Consumer Stimulus Evolution

U.S. consumer economy supported by waves of stimulus like home equity withdrawal, student loans, and pandemic spending.
Current stimulus is fading, leaving uncertainty about future spending boosters.

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Upcoming Negative Income Shock

Ending of student loan forbearance and pandemic support will cause a significant negative income shock.
Older Americans' fixed income benefits keep them from selling stocks and homes, but stimulus gap remains.

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Last year, fears of recession faded from the headlines as the "no landing" narrative won out.But the disruption brought by the new Trump administration -- especially around global trade -- has brought recession concerns back to the forefront.The Administration says it isn't worried. That we're merely passing through a transitory "detox" period before new trade deals, tax cuts and de-regulation kick in to turbo-charge economic growth.Others fear a more pronounced slowdown is in the cards.So which outlook is more likely?To find out, we have the good fortune to speak today with Danielle DiMartino Booth, CEO & Chief Strategist for QI Research LLC and author of the book "Fed Up: An Insider's Take on Why the Federal Reserve is Bad for America"WORRIED ABOUT THE MARKET? SCHEDULE YOUR FREE PORTFOLIO REVIEW with Thoughtful Money's endorsed financial advisors at https://www.thoughtfulmoney.com#recession #bearmarket #marketcorrection _____________________________________________ Thoughtful Money LLC is a Registered Investment Advisor Promoter.We produce educational content geared for the individual investor. It’s important to note that this content is NOT investment advice, individual or otherwise, nor should be construed as such.We recommend that most investors, especially if inexperienced, should consider benefiting from the direction and guidance of a qualified financial advisor registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) or state securities regulators who can develop & implement a personalized financial plan based on a customer’s unique goals, needs & risk tolerance.IMPORTANT NOTE: There are risks associated with investing in securities.Investing in stocks, bonds, exchange traded funds, mutual funds, money market funds, and other types of securities involve risk of loss. Loss of principal is possible. Some high risk investments may use leverage, which will accentuate gains & losses. Foreign investing involves special risks, including a greater volatility and political, economic and currency risks and differences in accounting methods.A security’s or a firm’s past investment performance is not a guarantee or predictor of future investment performance.Thoughtful Money and the Thoughtful Money logo are trademarks of Thoughtful Money LLC.Copyright © 2025 Thoughtful Money LLC. All rights reserved.