Barry Knapp, a partner at Ironsides Macroeconomics, shares his expertise in macroeconomic strategy. The discussion digs into the current economic climate and the fear of recession, tackling challenges faced by small businesses. They analyze the bumpy landscape of wage growth across sectors and scrutinize how recent election outcomes are shaping investment strategies, particularly in the bond market. Prepare for deep insights on inflation, fiscal policies, and the complexities of today’s labor market!

Barry C. Knapp, Founder and Director of Ironsides Macroeconomics, joins the podcast. They discuss the FED's aggressive hiking cycle and its effects on various sectors, including small banks, businesses, real estate, and the government. They delve into the market's reaction to the September meeting and the Fed's response. The likelihood of a recession triggered by rising unemployment and its impact on investors is explored. The guest also discusses the potential scenario of the Fed cutting rates, the struggles in the back end of the market, and shares where listeners can find more of his work.