Julia Pollak

Julia Pollak, Chief Economist at ZipRecruiter, shares insights on the labor market amidst recent jobless claims and President Trump’s looming auto tariffs. She discusses potential inflation impacts as Core PCE data is awaited. Wendy Schiller, a Brown University professor, offers analysis on the political ramifications of these tariffs and the international backlash, including from the EU and Canada. They explore the implications for U.S. manufacturing jobs and how investors are adjusting strategies in light of these economic uncertainties.

Russ Koesterich, Global Head of Investment Strategy at BlackRock, shares insights on equity market trends and the potential for a rally. Julia Pollak, Chief Economist at ZipRecruiter, discusses troubling signs in the labor market amid rising unemployment. Jonathan Tamari, Bloomberg Government reporter, provides a sneak peek into Kamala Harris's upcoming speech, highlighting its significance in today's political landscape. Together, they navigate the complexities of U.S. economic resilience, investment strategies, and the implications of monetary policy.

Gil Luria, a Tech Analyst at D.A. Davidson, dives into NVIDIA's earnings and its mixed outlook within the tech sector. Wendy Schiller, a Professor at Brown University, unpacks the intricacies of U.S. politics, including Trump's tariff discussions and the Supreme Court's evolving role in governance. Julia Pollak, Chief US Economist at ZipRecruiter, analyzes jobless claims and labor market shifts, revealing complexities in hiring trends and economic indicators amid rising inflation and regulatory challenges.

Economists Julia Pollak and Claudia Sahm join the show, discussing the American labor economy, Federal Reserve response, and labor market trends. They cover job report insights, rate cuts, part-time vs full-time trends, and immigrant impact. Also, they address employment challenges and podcast accessibility, teasing a new show on business transactions.

Neil Dutta, Ira Jersey, Julia Pollak, and Claudia Sahm discuss the robust US job report with 303,000 added jobs, growth trends, Federal Reserve policy impacts, and immigrant contributions to the economy. They delve into market reactions, wage trends, and labor market dynamics, highlighting the significance of addressing structural job issues for economic productivity.