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Investopedia· 2025-08-15 13:00
Economic Statistics & Policy - The nominee's approach could prevent revisions of previously released government data [1] - This approach may obscure the true state of the economy for the government, businesses, and the public [1]
'Fast Money' traders talk what Tuesday's CPI data is signaling about the economy
CNBC Television· 2025-08-13 14:34
sharply lower in the probability of a fed rate cut next month markedly higher. So to today's data, give the all clear for the central bank and for the markets to give the all clear on the economy in terms of the impact from tariffs. Guy, what do you think.>> I'm not convinced they gave the all clear to the central bank. I don't think anything changed. I mean there was something in that inflation number for everybody.The headline number. People got very excited about. Then they looked at and said, well, wait ...
Bessent Suggests Fed Rates Should Be 150-175 Bps Lower
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-13 12:10
Wall Street might do even better if the Federal Reserve cuts interest rates. The president was pretty clear yesterday, put out this comment to Rome, to Lake Powell, must now lower the interest rate. Is it reasonable to give them a bit more time to draw conclusions about what's happening here.Well, I think what we could see is that, first of all, if what if the BLS data had been the higher quality and we've had those numbers, Jonathan. So if we'd seen those numbers in May, in June, I suspect we could have ha ...
Turning Point CEO Charlie Kirk: President Trump used tariffs as a way to bring people to the table
CNBC Television· 2025-08-13 11:36
Economic Outlook & Policy - The discussion revolves around the US economy's performance and the impact of President Trump's policies, particularly tariffs, on the market and inflation [3][4][5] - Experts initially predicted significant negative impacts from tariffs, including potential recession, especially if tariffs reached levels like 145% [6][9] - However, after 90 days of tariffs, inflation has not risen as drastically as predicted, suggesting the market is responding positively [10] - Tariffs are being used as a negotiation tactic to bring countries to the table and recalibrate government financing [8][9] Trade & Negotiations - Trade deals with countries like Japan, Philippines, and the EU are considered wins, largely attributed to the use of tariffs as leverage [8] - There is optimism for a favorable trade deal with China in the coming months [8] - The aim is to encourage countries to invest in the US market and secure better trade terms [9][14] Business & Investment - Capital expenditures are increasing, which is seen as a positive indicator for future economic growth [20] - The US is being recentered as the focal point of the global economy, attracting investment [14] - Real wages for working people have increased by $1,100 this year [19] Presidential Impact & Perception - The president's approach is viewed as prioritizing what's best for America, focusing on both capital and labor, and aiming for market success and wage growth [7] - There are divided opinions on the president's strategies, with some trusting his negotiation skills and others questioning his understanding of economic matters [11][17] - The president's actions have caused discomfort and confusion among some supporters, requiring them to defend certain policies [17][18]
X @Investopedia
Investopedia· 2025-08-12 17:30
With the job market faltering and consumer prices not surging as expected, investors increasingly believe the Federal Reserve is about to cut interest rates to boost the economy. https://t.co/00Yymlsvzk ...
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-08-12 09:35
Voters aren't happy with Trump's economy, writes @DavidMDrucker. But Democrats who think they can use voters' discontent over the economy to coast back into power should think again (via @opinion) https://t.co/qV2ITM0Fyu ...
X @The Wall Street Journal
The Wall Street Journal· 2025-08-11 01:02
Labor Market & Political Impact - The jobs market was weaker than previously thought [1] - President Trump was upset by the weak jobs market data [1] - President Trump fired the head of the U S agency that collects the data [1] Economic Outlook - The economy's future hinges on subsequent developments [1]
X @Bloomberg
Bloomberg· 2025-08-10 13:00
A lot of attention has been paid to the impact of tariffs on prices, says @mattyglesias, but the real damage is what they will do to the overall economy (via @opinion) https://t.co/LxtMwX0gha ...
Blair Effron: How CEOs Are Navigating Trump-Era Policies
Bloomberg Television· 2025-08-09 14:05
CEO Adaptation to Policy and Economic Volatility - Major company CEOs have learned to operate independently from Washington policy and have become adept at navigating volatility to remove uncertainty from their businesses [3] - CEOs express concern about the dramatic federal debt situation, which could create problems in the future [3] - High tariffs are generally viewed negatively by CEOs, who believe they can have a dramatic negative impact [8] - CEOs are blocking out political noise and focusing on facts, substance, and real policy [9] Impact of Tariffs and Supply Chain Strategies - Companies are considering relocating capital to Canada due to ongoing trade dynamics, demonstrating that tariff impacts can be bidirectional [7] - Securing the supply chain can involve onshoring, shifting to friendly markets in Southeast Asia, or relocating to Mexico [6] New York City's Economic Resilience and Challenges - New York City's economy is strong, attracting significant numbers of visitors and college graduates [11] - New York City needs to focus on competing with other centers around the country, particularly regarding companies moving to Dallas and Miami [19] - The city has the second-biggest tech hub and is a leader in drugs and healthcare innovation, second only to Boston [20] Democratic Party's Future Path - The Democratic Party needs to focus on what it stands for, diagnose issues effectively, and develop solutions that meet the needs of all Americans [21] - The party should focus on affordability in a practical way and ensure policy is driven from the ground up [21] - The Democratic Party should avoid extremes and unify on solving people's issues, focusing on getting food on the table, securing good jobs, and raising families [24]
X @Cointelegraph
Cointelegraph· 2025-08-07 20:25
🚨 NOW: The White House says President Trump is about to make a “major” announcement about the economy. ...