Dana Peterson, Chief Economist at The Conference Board, believes the Fed can ease its inflation concerns after the latest data. Kristina Hooper, Chief Global Strategist at Invesco, expresses anxiety about the implications of a potential 50bp rate cut for the economy. Marvin Loh, Senior Strategist for Global Macro at State Street, highlights the discrepancy between market and economic support in China. Together, they analyze consumer confidence trends and the shifting investment landscape amidst economic uncertainty.

Timothy Fiore, Chair of ISM’s Manufacturing Business Survey Committee, dives into the contraction of US manufacturing activity and its troubling employment implications. Grace Lee, Senior Portfolio Manager at Columbia Threadneedle, shares insights on market trends and the recent S&P 500 downturn. Stefan Nicola, Bloomberg's European Automotive Editor, discusses Volkswagen's potential factory closures amid increasing competition from Chinese manufacturers. Meanwhile, Marvin Loh highlights the importance of evolving investment strategies in the face of economic uncertainties.

Former Vice Chair of the Federal Reserve discusses rate hikes and Fed credibility, Portfolio Manager talks market outlook, State Street Strategist shares equity outlook and US recession chances. Insights into inflation data, effects of Baltimore Bridge collapse on inflation, Alma Mater's Sweet 16 success, market updates, investment strategies, and troubled history of ship involved in Baltimore Bridge collision.