
Diane Swank
Economist at KPMG (referred to as Diane Swank in the transcript) who analyzes labor market dynamics, underemployment measures, and implications for inflation and policy.
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Jan 28, 2026 • 30min
Instant Reaction: The Fed Decides
Torsten Slok, Apollo chief economist, on labor supply, productivity and deglobalization risks. Diane Swank, KPMG economist, on labor market frictions, underemployment and distributional effects. Bob Michael, J.P. Morgan rates strategist, on bond markets, AI-driven capex and portfolio timing. Richard Clarida, former Fed vice chair, on policy signaling, interest-rate outlook and yield-curve dynamics.

Dec 18, 2024 • 30min
Instant Reaction: The Fed Decides
Diane Swank from KPMG and Matt Lozelli of Deutsche Bank dive into the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cuts. Swank offers sharp economic analysis while Lozelli shares his financial market expertise. They discuss how these policy changes impact inflation and labor markets, revealing the Fed's struggles against rising unemployment and shelter inflation trends. The duo explores market reactions, highlighting shifts in currency strength and equity prices, while questioning the Fed's confidence in its predictive models amid economic uncertainties.

Jan 29, 2026 • 7min
What you need to know about those 'Trump Accounts'
Nancy Marshall-Genzer, Marketplace reporter covering Latino-owned business trends. Diane Swank, KPMG chief economist analyzing Fed moves and inflation risks. Carla Javier, Marketplace reporter explaining the new 'Trump accounts' policy. They discuss the $1,000 newborn accounts, enrollment barriers for low-income families, long-term wealth building potential, Fed rate pause and inflation concerns, and lending challenges for Latino entrepreneurs.

Jan 29, 2026 • 7min
What you need to know about those 'Trump Accounts'
Diane Swank, KPMG chief economist, gives quick analysis of the Fed’s rate pause and economic risks. Carla Javier, Marketplace reporter, breaks down the new $1,000 newborn investment accounts: eligibility, opt-in mechanics and how public/private contributions could stack. They also touch on Latino-owned business growth and broader economic tensions.

Dec 26, 2025 • 7min
The end of 'de minimis' exemption, four months on
Diane Swank, Chief Economist at KPMG, and William Lee Adams, a BBC reporter, delve into the aftermath of the de minimis exemption ending. Swank analyzes rising precious metal prices and the dollar's decline, linking them to broader economic uncertainties. Adams reveals how logistics firms are thriving while smaller businesses struggle with the new shipping rules, sharing poignant stories of those impacted. The discussion highlights a complex shift in global trade dynamics and the ripple effects on consumers and sellers alike.


