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The Federal Reserve Lowered Interest Rates the First Time in 2025, Now What?
Manage episode 508121710 series 3287910
Ferenc discussed the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut despite high asset prices, debt, and inflation. He highlighted the dual mandate's counteractive nature and the political influence on rates. Ferenc noted the AI euphoria, with the S&P 500's top seven tech companies accounting for 35% of its market cap. He emphasized the fragility of CPI data, with about a third of the calculations based on estimates. Ferenc shared that current consumer spending is relying on the top 20% of Americans. He also discussed the impact of rising home prices, mortgage costs, and the potential for a recession. He advocated for fixed assets and annuities to mitigate risks.
100 episodes
Manage episode 508121710 series 3287910
Ferenc discussed the Federal Reserve's recent interest rate cut despite high asset prices, debt, and inflation. He highlighted the dual mandate's counteractive nature and the political influence on rates. Ferenc noted the AI euphoria, with the S&P 500's top seven tech companies accounting for 35% of its market cap. He emphasized the fragility of CPI data, with about a third of the calculations based on estimates. Ferenc shared that current consumer spending is relying on the top 20% of Americans. He also discussed the impact of rising home prices, mortgage costs, and the potential for a recession. He advocated for fixed assets and annuities to mitigate risks.
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