Oliver Chen

Joining the discussion are Lori Calvacina, Head of U.S. Equity Research at RBC, and Oliver Chen, a top retail analyst at Cowan. Lori breaks down RBC's four tiers of market sentiment, explores the implications of Bitcoin's volatility, and identifies sector trends for a constructive market outlook. Meanwhile, Oliver provides insights on the holiday retail landscape, discussing which retailers are thriving or struggling, along with the effects of inventory control and promotional strategies.

Oliver Chen, a senior retail analyst at TD Cowen, dissects retail trends, highlighting ELF's unexpected price disruptions and Tapestry's appeal to Gen Z shoppers. Steve Leisman, a senior economics reporter, shares insights on the Fed's cautious stance following recent labor data, emphasizing the implications of the Challenger layoffs. The conversation dives into whether the current AI unwind signals a larger market shift and how consumer behaviors during the holiday season will be shaped by these trends.

Katy Kaminski, Chief Research Strategist at AlphaSimplex, dives into market fluctuations, emphasizing the significance of the S&P 50-day moving average. Michael Purves, Founder and CEO of Tallbacken Capital Advisors, discusses the current state of fixed income markets and the challenges faced by investors. Oliver Chen, Senior Retail Analyst at TD Cowen, highlights the impact of changing consumer behavior on luxury brands like LVMH and the evolving retail landscape, particularly the future of department stores amid economic concerns.

Jim Caron, CIO at Morgan Stanley, breaks down recent market selloffs, emphasizing that they're driven by investor positioning rather than economic fundamentals. Neil Dutta from Renaissance Macro urges the Fed to consider a 50 basis point rate cut due to economic pressures. Oliver Chen of TD Cowen highlights Walmart's strategic pivot to cater to higher-income consumers while adapting to competitor challenges. The discussion dives into market volatility, investment opportunities in Japan and semiconductors, and evolving luxury consumer trends.

Anastasia Amoroso predicts Fed rate cuts, Neil Dutta expects balanced economic growth, and Oliver Chen discusses price-conscious consumers. The podcast explores the last mile of disinflation, labor market trends, and consumer behavior shifts in retail earnings.