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Bloomberg Intelligence
BI Weekend: A Preview of 2025
Dec 27, 2024
Julia Coronado, founder and president of Macropolicy Perspectives, analyzes the recent Fed policy meeting and its implications for economic policy moving into 2025. She discusses how potential Trump administration strategies might shape the economy and affect the stock market. Other fascinating topics include projections for consumer spending trends in the retail sector and the evolving challenges homebuilders face amidst rising interest rates. Expect insightful predictions on companies to watch as we look ahead to the new year.
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- Retailers are adapting to value-driven consumer preferences by realigning their operations and emphasizing private label brands to remain competitive.
- The anticipated rise in mortgage rates poses challenges for homebuyers and could lead to disparities in the housing market performance between large and small builders.
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Consumer Behavior Shift Towards Value
Consumers are increasingly focused on value, which is compelling retailers to realign their operations. Major companies like Nordstrom are altering their assortment strategies, while giants like Walmart and Target emphasize pricing and selection. Private label brands, such as Costco's Kirkland, are becoming more prominent as shoppers prefer them over national brands. This trend suggests a significant shift in consumer purchasing behaviors favoring value-driven options in a price-sensitive market.
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