

Interview: Joseph Wang (Fed Rate Decision Preview)
14 snips Dec 18, 2024
Joseph Wang, a renowned expert on the Federal Reserve, dives into the upcoming expected interest rate cut and its implications for the economy. He discusses the Fed's complex navigation through rising inflation and unemployment, as well as the influence of proposed tariffs on U.S.-Canada relations. Wang also analyzes the intricate relationships between inflation, asset classes, and consumer behavior, drawing lessons from past events, including the lead-up to the 2008 financial crisis. His insights offer a compelling look at the current economic landscape.
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Fed Rate Decision Preview
- The Federal Reserve likely will cut rates by 25 basis points, as they avoid surprising markets.
- Their economic projections from September, which were recessionary, have been defied by better-than-expected data.
Inflation and Rate Cuts
- Despite higher-than-projected inflation, the Fed may still cut rates due to concerns about rising unemployment.
- Fed Chair Powell believes recent inflation is largely due to lagging shelter inflation and that it's coming down.
Global Economic Concerns
- While the US economy seems strong, other countries face recessions.
- Powell is concerned about rising US unemployment despite current low levels.