Stock breakdown discussed with Mike Wilson, Mohamed El-Erian, Gordon Brown, and Michael Spence. They also talk about their book 'Permacrisis: A Plan to Fix a Fractured World' and the future of AI. Kathy Jones discusses higher rates impacting the economy. Debate on alternative options in the election and lack of representation for younger generations. Sheila Johnson talks about her memoir and challenges. Importance of balanced programming in black media.
Risks are building for consumer stocks, including slowing consumer spend, rising student loan delinquencies, higher gas prices, and weakening data in the housing sector, and the market is betting on no recession, but the wildcard is whether the consumer can continue to surprise on the upside.
AI can drive inclusive growth, ease the energy transition, and help manage crises, but there are concerns about disinformation in American politics, lack of trust in institutions, and the need for reform in global organizations like the IMF, World Bank, and World Trade Organization to address the world's challenges effectively.
Deep dives
Concerns about Risks in Consumer Stocks and the Housing Sector
Mike Wilson of Morgan Stanley warns about risks building for consumer stocks, including slowing consumer spend, rising student loan delinquencies, higher gas prices, and weakening data in the housing sector. The market is betting on no recession, but the wildcard is whether the consumer can continue to surprise on the upside. The higher quality banks are outperforming lower quality banks, and the Federal Reserve's ability to resolve issues and prevent a banking crisis needs to be enhanced.
The Need for Productivity Surge and AI's Transformative Potential
Experts discuss the significance of AI in productivity, growth, and job creation. They believe AI can drive inclusive growth, ease the energy transition, and help manage crises. They also emphasize the need for productivity surge for more sustainable and inclusive growth. However, there are concerns about disinformation in American politics, lack of trust in institutions, and the need for reform in global organizations like the IMF, World Bank, and World Trade Organization to address the world's challenges effectively.
Industry Challenges and the Changing Landscape in Media and Entertainment
Sheila Johnson, co-founder of BET, shares her observations on the challenges in the media and entertainment industry. She highlights concerns about the future landscape, evolution of diversity efforts, and the need to redefine the goals of black media. Johnson also discusses the importance of finding a middle ground and the role of her hospitality company, Salamander, in promoting balanced programming, diverse culinary experiences, and engaging panel discussions to bridge divides and answer the evolving needs of audiences.
Personal Transformation, Overcoming Challenges, and Embracing Hard Work
Sheila Johnson reflects on the personal transformations and challenges she has faced throughout her life, from dealing with her parents' divorce to building successful businesses. She emphasizes the importance of hard work, value systems, and perseverance in achieving goals. Johnson also shares experiences of interacting with notable personalities, such as Robert Redford and Whitney Houston, and mentions her current focus on hospitality, promoting inclusivity, and supporting diverse creative industries.
Mike Wilson, Morgan Stanley Chief US Equity Strategist & Chief Investment Officer, says we are seeing a breakdown again in a lot of the stock market. Queens' College Cambridge President Mohamed El-Erian, Former UK Prime Minister Gordon Brown & Nobel Prize-winning economist Michael Spence sit down with Bloomberg's Jonathan Ferro to talk about their new book "Permacrisis: A Plan to Fix a Fractured World", as well as the future of AI. Kathy Jones, Charles Schwab Chief Fixed Income Strategist, says there is evidence higher rates are biting the economy. Elaine Kamarck, Former Clinton Administration Official & Brookings Senior Fellow, discusses Biden set to join the UAW picket line and the 2024 presidential race. Sheila Johnson, BET Co-Founder, discusses her new book "Walk Through Fire: A Memoir of Love, Loss and Triumph." Get the Bloomberg Surveillance newsletter, delivered every weekday. Sign up now: https://www.bloomberg.com/account/newsletters/surveillance