Jason Schenker

In this discussion, Jason Schenker, President of Prestige Economics and a leading economist, provides his insights on the U.S. economic landscape and predictions for 2025. He analyzes labor pool challenges in logistics, emphasizing the quest for qualified workers and automation trends. Schenker also tackles the implications of tariffs and geopolitical risks on supply chains. As the peak shipping season transitions into the return season, he highlights innovative approaches retailers are adopting to streamline reverse logistics.

In this discussion, Jason Schenker, an economics president, Anna Edgerton, a Seattle Bureau Chief, and Rahul Chadha, an investment officer, delve into the implications of recent PPI data on inflation and Federal Reserve policies. They analyze the resilience of the US economy despite market volatility and rising unemployment, along with geopolitical tensions impacting financial strategies. The conversation also critiques the DOJ's antitrust challenges against Google, discussing the potential for corporate breakups and the broader economic implications.