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Peter and Jeff dig into the push to bring private investments into 401(k)s and what investors should know before jumping in. They also unpack the disconnect between falling consumer confidence and continued spending — and what it could mean for the markets. Plus, get their tips of the month.Hosted by Creative Planning's Director of Financial Planning, Jeff Stolper, and President, Peter Mallouk, this podcast takes a closer look into topics that affect investors. Included are in-depth discussions on financial planning issues, the economy and the markets. Plus, you won't want to miss each of their monthly tips!Important Legal Disclosure: creativeplanning.com/important-disclosure-information/Have questions or topic suggestions? Email us @ podcasts@creativeplanning.com
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Canada's economy is navigating a trade war with the United States, tariffs, and uncertainty few could have predicted just a few years ago. Are we starting to find a way forward? Dawn Desjardins of Deloitte and Pedro Antunes of the Conference Board of Canada assess the economy and what comes next. Then, Erin Kelly of askpolly.ai looks at why Ontarians appear more optimistic about the future than expected.Donate Today : https://tvo.me/See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Consumer confidence fell to a 12-year low in September, according to The Conference Board. The index has been trending down for a couple years, but this latest decline was steep. One reason? Upper-middle class respondents are starting to feel the pressure, too. Also in this episode: The economic forces behind GDP growth might run out of steam soon, the low-hire low-fire labor market marches on, and high diesel prices keep some Gulf shrimpers on dry land.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode:How long can the economy keep growing?The latest JOLTS survey shows more of the same low-hire, low-fire economyConsumer confidence falls to its lowest level in 12 years, survey showsThe price tag might be an endangered speciesHigh diesel prices force some Gulf shrimpers to stay dockedNew career path, new baby, no problem
Consumer confidence fell to a 12-year low in September, according to The Conference Board. The index has been trending down for a couple years, but this latest decline was steep. One reason? Upper-middle class respondents are starting to feel the pressure, too. Also in this episode: The economic forces behind GDP growth might run out of steam soon, the low-hire low-fire labor market marches on, and high diesel prices keep some Gulf shrimpers on dry land.Every story has an economic angle. Want some in your inbox? Subscribe to our daily or weekly newsletter.Marketplace is more than a radio show. Check out our original reporting and financial literacy content at marketplace.org — and consider making an investment in our future.Read the stories in today's episode:How long can the economy keep growing?The latest JOLTS survey shows more of the same low-hire, low-fire economyConsumer confidence falls to its lowest level in 12 years, survey showsThe price tag might be an endangered speciesHigh diesel prices force some Gulf shrimpers to stay dockedNew career path, new baby, no problem
Stocks slightly lower as interest rates continue to rise, with consumer confidence dropping to its lowest level in more than a decade. The impact on equities, and where a top market strategist sees rates heading next. Plus, Muse to take a bite of Apple, Wall St. gets bullish on Netflix, and slowing down AI; what OpenAI CEO Sam Altman had to say about the pace of growth as calls for regulation around safety concerns continue to grow. Fast Money Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
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Consumer confidence hit lows not seen since the COVID-19 era, says Kevin Green when looking at the September report's huge downturn. He explains how a widening K-shaped economy adds to the pressures on the lower end of income brackets. Also hitting the wire: JOLTS, which also saw a downtick between August and September. KG then touches on reports of the Anthropic IPO prospectus, which warns of the firm's technology posing "existential risk to humanity." ======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Anthropic may be the biggest IPO poised to hit public markets, but don't miss headlines surrounding Oura and its own IPO delay. Sam Vadas explains how the headline reflects the souring market sentiment. That sentiment extends to consumer confidence, with Marley Kayden touching on what's driving the freefall in that report between August and September.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
US Consumer Confidence fell to 81.9 in September, marking a third consecutive monthly decline. In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, The Conference Board's Eric Lundh and Allen Li examine what is driving greater consumer caution — from financial well-being and inflation concerns to signs of softer discretionary spending. They also discuss The Conference Board's latest global economic forecast: how energy disruptions and trade uncertainty are weighing on growth; how AI investment and semiconductor demand are supporting parts of the global economy; and what to expect in the US, Asia, the Gulf region, and Europe through 2027.
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Ilyce Glink, of ThinkGlink.com and the Love, Money + Real Estate newsletter, joins Lisa Dent to discuss the increase in mortgage interest rates and the subsequent question as to how high rates will go. Later, they address how higher interest rates, higher gas prices, and higher groceries have been lowering consumer sentiments.
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In part two of this deep dive into 2026 consumer confidence, Patrick Donohoe, CEO of Paradigm Life, and Gary dig into what the numbers actually mean, and whether current challenges like housing costs, inflation, energy, and AI make America's 250th year the end of the American experiment. It doesn't. The future is so bright you need to wear shades. Gary opens with why summer is prime moving and home-buying season, why questions about recession and AI are on everyone's mind right now, and why he remains the glass-half-full voice in this conversation. He leans on the Apollo 13 story, the carbon dioxide scrubber built from spare parts on the fly, as a reminder of what humans do when a problem has never been solved before. Then he and Patrick break down the consumer confidence index itself: what it actually measures, how reliable it is, who uses it and why, and where the real opportunity sits underneath the headline number. About the Guest Patrick Donohoe is CEO of Paradigm Life, where he leads the company's mission of helping clients overcome financial challenges through proven, economically sound, and time-tested strategies. Since 2007, Paradigm Life has guided over 8,000 clients nationwide toward greater financial independence, helping them build and follow a path to thrive personally and professionally. Contact: pweb@paradigmlife.net Links & Resources Gary Pinkerton: garypinkerton.com Perpetual Wealth Podcast: perpetualwealthpodcast.com Email Gary: gpinkerton@paradigmlife.net What's Covered Opening segment Why summer is peak moving and home-buying season, and how consumer confidence factors into that Recession fears and AI job anxiety, and why Gary sees both as the modern version of running from a saber-toothed tiger The Apollo 13 carbon dioxide scrubber story, and why AI still can't replace human intuition and fear response in a true crisis Why Gary believes America's next 250 years will keep expanding opportunity, not shrinking it The conversation with Patrick Donohoe Breaking down the actual questions behind the Consumer Confidence Index: how are business conditions right now, are jobs plentiful or hard to get, and the same two questions asked about the next six months Why the index reads 91.2 out of 100, yet current conditions and future expectations pull in opposite directions, and what that says about the rigor of the measurement How politicians, business owners, and investors each use consumer confidence differently, from reelection messaging to hiring and inventory decisions ahead of the holidays Why the country was built on a system designed to work with human nature, capitalism and the founding documents, and why the default financial path many people were taught (K through 12, college loans, a job, market investing until 65) may no longer deliver the outcome they actually want The real estate "buy box" as a model for taking emotion out of a decision, and why knowing the right system still doesn't override human instinct on its own Why suppressing emotion around money decisions doesn't work, and how pairing a system with practice is what actually keeps the emotional side in check The home price index example: why anchoring a life decision to a single mortgage rate can quietly cost you a better outcome Where the opportunity sits inside the Case-Shiller numbers: nearly 30% of residents leaving New York, New Jersey, and California in 2025, similar migration out of Oregon and Seattle, and why that creates a buying window in markets that look "stuck" Why a lost job doesn't mean a person has become obsolete, the sewing machine panic of a century ago, and how to start identifying where you can add value as the job market shifts with AI
It's Friday so we chat about finances and football with our guy Pete Najarian - we discuss consumer confidence and also will JJ McCarthy still work out with the Vikings?
It's Friday so we chat about finances and football with our guy Pete Najarian - we discuss consumer confidence and also will JJ McCarthy still work out with the Vikings?
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Top of the hour - hear CNBC's breakdown of Consumer Confidence and New Home Sales data, alongside the latest out of Washington as Iran vows retaliation after the U.S. widened its 'Economic D-Day' sanctions... Plus: JPMorgan's Head of AI Infrastructure financing gave his take on where the industry is headed (despite growing data center backlash) - and more on billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller's new warning for the Treasury: let the bond market speak. Squawk on the Street Disclaimer Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
AP correspondent Jennifer King reports on the latest measure of consumer confidence.
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Overview: Tune into this week's episode of Launch Financial as we discuss a big week of economic news for the markets to digest including lower consumer confidence, PCE, the Fed's preferred metric of inflation, along with wholesale and retail inventory numbers. All eyes remain on the bond market and oil prices and on a planning front, back to school checklist items! Show Notes:
Despite economic pressures, geopolitical uncertainty and years of disruption, people are still choosing to travel.In the latest instalment of 'In the frame', Andrea speaks with Julia Lo Bue-Said OBE, CEO of Advantage Travel Partnership, about the resilience of the travel industry, the lasting impact of COVID-19, evolving consumer travel trends, and how being a fully remote organisation has transformed leadership and led to business growth. Julia also shares the story behind her OBE, lessons from leading through crisis, and why confidence, adaptability and community are critical for future success.
Here's a look at the week ahead on Wall Street.
Send us Fan MailNot a Lack of Urgency, a Lack of Confidence: Jordan Brown, NAHB Sales Leader of the YearThis year's NAHB Nationals Sales Manager / Leader of the Year, Jordan Brown - Director of Sales and Marketing at Graham Hart Home Builder - joins Anya Chrisanthon for a conversation about leading with compassion, building confidence in buyers, and scaling a 30-year luxury builder into production homebuilding.Compassionate leadership Jordan calls it servant leadership - getting to know your team, their families, and their why. At Graham Hart, the question is always "how do we help others achieve?" - whether that's employees or homeowners. When Jordan joined three years ago, the company had five communities. Eighteen months later, twelve.It's not a lack of urgency. It's a lack of confidence. Jordan's biggest takeaway from the Jeff Shore Summit: buyers aren't lacking urgency - they're lacking confidence. Family dynamics have changed, the current home no longer fits, and everyone around them is saying it's not the right time. Your job as a sales consultant is to show up, listen for the triggers, and instill that confidence so the buyer doesn't become their own worst enemy.Why invest in yourself when budgets are tight Jordan's on his sixth Summit and texts daily with five sales leaders he met there years ago. His case: "Who else is going to invest in you?" Fear-based budget cuts are the wrong response - the ROI on being in a room with 20- and 30-year leaders is enormous.A happy accident: from TCU to Pulte to Graham Hart Jordan signed up for a Pulte interview just to practice interviewing. Fifteen years in the sales chair at national builders, then area sales manager at K. Hovnanian, then the tough-but-right decision to join a smaller company - where he learned marketing, strategic partnerships, and product design by drinking from a fire hose.Mindset is the only constant Jordan's coaching focus right now is on not self-sabotaging - being conscious of the energy you consume, who's in your circle, and how you show up for your team when the boat is rocking. Authenticity has never mattered more.Buyers are finding you on their couch at 9 PM On Reddit. On Google Reviews. Asking Claude and ChatGPT "tell me about Graham Hart - the good, the bad, the ugly." They're forming opinions before they ever walk into your office. Jordan expects his team to generate their own leads, have personal branded social channels, and use the CRM as a follow-up craft tool - not a micromanagement tool. And yes, the bloopers reel outperformed the polished video.On Anewgo virtual tours Full disclosure: Graham Hart is an Anewgo client. Jordan on how Anewgo virtual tours - virtual staging and 3D walkthroughs - changed his sales process: buyers can turn the lights on and off, experience the home at night and during the day, feel the spatial flow - all during construction. The old "we can't sell it until it's complete" thinking is a leash. And for sales leaders, selling at second inspection instead of completion means less interest carry, less margin erosion, and even-flow closings. That's speaking executive love language.On AI Jordan uses ChatGPT and Claude for recon on who Graham Hart actually is versus who the market thinks they are - eliminating internal bias on product and pricing strategy.What's next Builder 200. Approaching 100 closings. Competing in master plan communities against regionals and nationals.Connect with Jordan on LinkedIn and learn more at grahamhart.com. Explore Anewgo virtual tours.About Anewgo Anewgo is an all-in-one new home sales and marketing platform. We equip builders with AI-ready homebuilder websites, interactive design tools, floorplans, sitemaps, AI Sales Assistants, and data analytics to create personalized buyer journeys. Learn more at anewgo.com or find every episode at anewgo.com/podcast.Listen on Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/anewgo-of-new-home-sales/id1602564768
Consumer sentiment remains at fifty year lows. The Reserve Bank has surveyed Australians to find out why.
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Liz Peek reports the US economy remains robust, driven by strong consumer spending in rural areas like Connecticutand Lancaster County. Peek highlights rising small business and consumer confidence despite increasing gasoline prices. Attention shifts to new Federal Reserve Chairman Kevin Warsh, who may end "dot plot" forecasting. Warsh aims to be more "taciturn," forcing markets to rely on incoming data rather than Fed projections. (1)1903
Yelena Shulyatyeva breaks down the latest consumer confidence report, highlighting concerns around jobs, business conditions, and spending. She explains why consumers are becoming more selective and what the data could mean for future Fed decisions.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day. Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/ About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
Zachary Hill discusses consumer confidence and the lack thereof around gas and grocery prices. He says it's no surprise numbers came in weaker as inflation adds pricing pressures and the jobs market remains in a no fire, no hire environment. This shift comes as Zachary makes the case that AI is driving economic growth, not American consumers. That said, he sees the trajectory for markets and the economy as bullish overall.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling -https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watch Watch onVizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreClassification: Schwab InternalWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/ Follow us on X –https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetwork Follow us onLinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network
US President Trump said Iran is talking to the US about making a deal right now and very friendly talks are ongoing, while he added they will end Iran's nuclear threat very quickly and that Iran is behaving again.US President Trump said Iran wanted to meet and that "we're meeting," while he added there is a chance a deal could be reached.APAC stocks were mostly negative amid a tech bloodbath and competition concerns following reports yesterday that China had started mass production of domestically developed DUV lithography equipment.DXY traded little changed, 10yr UST futures traded range-bound, and Crude futures remained subdued overnight.European equity futures indicate a flat cash market open, with Euro Stoxx 50 futures little changed after the cash market closed flat on Monday.Looking ahead, highlights include Spanish Retail Sales (Jun), US ADP Employment Change Weekly, Goods Trade Balance Advance (Jun), Retail Inventories Ex Autos Advance (Jun), Wholesale Inventories Advance (Jun), Consumer Confidence, Atlanta Fed GDP (Q2), Supply from UK, Italy, Netherlands & US, Earnings from PayPal, Boeing, UPS, Ford, EssilorLuxottica, Kering, Air Liquide, Eni, Barclays, GSK & Unilever.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk
European bourses began the session firmer despite sharp tech-induced losses in APAC. Oman is said to have presented to Iran a proposal for a joint regional mechanism to manage the Strait of Hormuz with "voluntary fees"; Iran is reportedly demonstrating 'flexibility' over Hormuz Strait operations.Crude futures are softer amid continued efforts to end the US-Iran war, and with the pause in strikes at day three. DXY was directionless throughout most of the morning before edging higher in recent trade, with the FOMC looming on Wednesday.Looking ahead, highlights include US ADP Employment Change Weekly, Goods Trade Balance Advance (Jun), Retail Inventories Ex Autos Advance (Jun), Wholesale Inventories Advance (Jun), Consumer Confidence, Atlanta Fed GDP (Q2). Supply from the US. Earnings from PayPal, Boeing, and Ford.Read the full report covering Equities, Forex, Fixed Income, Commodites and more on Newsquawk
A new CNBC All-America Economic Survey shows Americans are increasingly pessimistic about the economy. The poll also finds most registered voters disapprove of President Donald Trump's handling of the economy as many continue cutting back on essential purchases. Subscribe to our newsletter to stay informed with the latest news from a leading Black-owned & controlled media company: https://aurn.com/newsletter Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
Consumer confidence improved slightly in June as gas prices fell, but Americans remain worried about inflation, jobs, and the economy. In this episode, Kathy Fettke breaks down what the latest confidence data, consumer spending trends, and labor market outlook could mean for the housing market and real estate investors. Want to learn more about real estate? Visit www.Newforinvestors.com Source: https://apnews.com/article/consumer-confidence-economy-inflation-da0a1dee651d3e36123e8e83622c4ac4
Marley Kayden recaps a strong finish to the first half of the year for stocks, highlighting the factors that fueled market gains. Sam Vadas discusses the latest consumer confidence report explaining why the reading could have missed expectations.======== Schwab Network ========Empowering every investor and trader, every market day.Subscribe to the Market Minute newsletter - https://schwabnetwork.com/subscribeDownload the iOS app - https://apps.apple.com/us/app/schwab-network/id1460719185Download the Amazon Fire Tv App - https://www.amazon.com/TD-Ameritrade-Network/dp/B07KRD76C7Watch on Sling - https://watch.sling.com/1/asset/191928615bd8d47686f94682aefaa007/watchWatch on Vizio - https://www.vizio.com/en/watchfreeplus-exploreWatch on DistroTV - https://www.distro.tv/live/schwab-network/Follow us on X – https://twitter.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on Facebook – https://www.facebook.com/schwabnetworkFollow us on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/schwab-network/About Schwab Network - https://schwabnetwork.com/about
AP Washington correspondent Sagar Meghani reports consumer confidence ticked up slightly last month as gas prices fell, but Americans remain gloomy about the economy.
Our U.S. Public Policy Strategist Ariana Salvatore joins our Deputy Global Head of Research Michael Zezas to consider the consumer outlook and how it may impact the November midterm elections. Read more insights from Morgan Stanley.----- Transcript -----Ariana Salvatore: Welcome to Thoughts on the Market. I'm Ariana Salvatore, Morgan Stanley's U.S. Public Policy Strategist. Michael Zezas: And I'm Mike Zezas, Deputy Global Head of Research. Ariana Salvatore: Today, we'll be discussing the consumer outlook, policy catalysts, and what it could mean for the 2026 midterm elections. It's Thursday, June 25th at 9am in New York. Mike, you're on the road, obviously not in New York City this week. Why don't you tell us a little bit about the conference that you're at, and then we can get into some of the topics that have come up in your conversations. Michael Zezas: Yeah. I'm down in South Carolina at Morgan Stanley's Captains of the Consumer Industry Conference, where we put together investors and leadership of key consumer companies in the U.S. to learn about each other in a more informal way, brainstorm… And it's been really interesting. We've had a lot of meetings with leadership from different prominent consumer companies throughout the U.S. And it's been really fascinating to hear how the consumer's been quite resilient. But in general, one pattern that sticks out is rising concern about lower-income consumers' behavior starting to lag in meaningful way higher-income consumers' behavior. You're starting to see substitution and sort of more selectivity amongst lower-income households, a pattern that began a bit last year as a lot of these companies would report with higher tariffs. That seems to have continued with higher gas prices driven by the conflict in the Middle East. So, there's a lot of discussion and concern about how durable it is. And in particular, if there are some policy choices here that might alleviate some of that pressure and bring some fundamental strength to what is a challenged segment of the consumer market right now. Ariana Salvatore: Let's talk a little bit more about tariffs. It's our economists' view that we've mostly gotten through the tariff pass-through. Is that the sentiment that you're hearing from corporates and the clients that you're talking to? Michael Zezas: It is. Well, it's certainly the hope. And I guess the follow-up questions here are: once some of the temporary tariff authority that was put into place after the Supreme Court struck down the use of IEEPA, will there be a restoration of those tariff levels? And will the USMCA negotiations create higher tariffs? So, Ariana, what's your thoughts there? Is there any concern for companies that they're going to start needing to deal with a re-escalation of tariff costs relative to what we experienced, say, last year? Ariana Salvatore: Yeah, I think to answer that question, we need to dig into this under the surface a little bit and understand what types of tariffs that we're talking about. So, to your question on the USMCA, we see that largely as a story of continuity, right? So, the USMCA exemption has been in place since the deal was signed, right? And since Trumpimposed those Section 301 tariffs, we think that's likely to stay the case. That means the vast majority of the goods trade between the U.S., Mexico, and Canada is right now not subject to the 301 tariffs. Now, on the other hand, we have existing Section 232 tariffs in place on not just sectors like steel and aluminum, but a bunch of other goods, too, and we're supposed to get more of those investigations wrapped up in the next week or so. So, on that front, I do think there could be some potential room for escalation, but more broadly speaking, we think the direction of travel is relatively stable, if not slightly lower, because, as you mentioned, the IEEPA tariffs that were replaced by the Section 122s have to get replaced again end of July, right? So that Section 122 authority was a temporary authority. The president is going to have to replace that with a mix of Section 232 and 301. It's been our view that when that happens, there could be some alleviation for very specific pockets of goods that fall into really neither bucket, right? So,they're not necessarily critical for national security, and they're coming from countries that are difficult to maintain a Section 301 investigation on. So, it's actually very nuanced under the surface. I would say in the aggregate level, what we think is that you're going to see the tariff rate stay somewhere around 8 to 9 percent on a headline basis; if not directionally, maybe a little bit lower throughout the course of this year. Michael Zezas: Got it. And I think that message has been music to the ears of a lot of these companies. And I've been doing these meetings with our chief economist, Michael Gapen, who has said that that's contributing to what he forecasts as being a meaningfuldeceleration in inflation into the end of the year. Certainly an inflation level lower than what the aggregate Fed forecast isat the moment. Another question that comes up is whether or not the recent decrease in oil prices, which should feed through into lower gasoline prices, is durable. If that's something that could be counted on, because obviously these companies are thinking about it being a potential tailwind to demand going into the second half of the year. How do you think about that, Ariana? Ariana Salvatore: The MOU that the U.S. and Iran signed, I would say was a welcome development for markets. But that being said, there are a number of paths to re-escalation, in our view. Really four things to keep an eye on, kind of outstanding questions or uncertainties. The first is on execution risk of the MOU itself. It's very light on details. We need to see more about how exactly the Strait of Hormuz is going to reopen, if there's going to be a servicing fee, a tolling regime, et cetera. That was a red line of the United States. But again, implementation there is a big question. The second is on the calibration or divergence between the U.S. and Israel in terms of their objectives. We identified that early in the conflict as a potential indicator of how long this could possibly last, and I think it's equally as important in assessing how long the ceasefire or the MOU could stay in place. The third thing I would say we need to learn more about is the role of Congress in all of this. So, some Republican lawmakers actually pushed back against the MOU, saying it didn't go far enough to advance U.S. interests. Now Congress has a more limited role when it comes to the actual MOU implementation itself. Remember, the JCPOA, the Iran nuclear deal in 2015, didn't go through Congress either. But Congress can exert some more power come the fall when we start talking about defense appropriations, right? The Pentagon is asking for $1.5 trillion. [$]300 billion of that is supplemental war funding. And so, I think if you see Republicans push back, that's going to be an easy forum for them to do so. And the last point is on the negotiations themselves. So, the MOU is a 60-day ceasefire throughout which both parties are supposed to be discussing the nuclear question. Now, looking back at historical context here, the JCPOA took about 20 months to negotiate start to finish. This is a very compressed timeframe, and again, obviously potential risk for escalationas we see these negotiations go on the next few months. So, Mike, I would say, like I said before, markets are definitely seeing this as a welcome development, but that doesn't mean it's without execution risk. Across the board, our outlook actually expected a normalization of flows by the end of June, so we're kind of pulling things up by about two weeks. That means that the outlook basically remains intact, but with marginal upside as this is a slightly more constructive outlook. Michael Zezas: Got it. So net net, there's still plenty of execution risk going on, but the trend is at least towards easing of some of these policy pressures that have been impacting the consumer. And it's also been interesting that a lot of the conversations have led to questions about artificial intelligence. Now, at this conference last year, a lot of the discussion about artificial intelligence was around how these companies were implementing it to create new marketing opportunities, create efficiencies inside of their operations. This year, a lot of the discussion is actually about the macro trend around artificial intelligence, the acknowledgment of the industrial build-out around this new technology and how that is buoying investment and employment – and therefore consumption. And so, the policy concern or consideration from some of these companies is whether or not there are upcoming electoral issues, either in the midterms or in the next election cycle, that might change the dynamic around the AI industrial build-out. Are there signs that would show that a tougher regulatory regime? Data center construction bans that these things might take on a bipartisan flavor? And so right now, I think that's a very difficult question to answer. There is obviously some level of concern about if policy might change this dynamic around the AI industrial build-out that really has kind of helped the economy deal with some other external shocks from policy, namely what's going on in the Middle East and trade policy changes before that Ariana Salvatore: Yeah, to that point, this question around AI pushback, especially on data center build-out, has been a big theme in the elections. Thus far, it's really been dealt with on more of a state and local level. But our view is that it's been kind of bubbling up to the national level. Efforts there are nascent, but I don't think they're going away anytime soon. So obviously something that we're going to watch heading into November because it matters a lot for corporates and for investors alike. Mike, maybe we'll leave it there. Thanks so much for taking the time to talk. Michael Zezas: And thanks for taking the time to talk to me. Ariana Salvatore: And thanks for listening. 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In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Sara Murray, Managing Director, International at The Conference Board, is joined by Matei Farcas and Konstantinos Panitsas of The Conference Board Europe to analyze the latest Consumer Confidence Index findings for the Euro Area. Together, they discuss the factors shaping consumer sentiment; explore how inflation expectations, labor market concerns, and geopolitical developments are influencing household behavior; and consider what business leaders should watch as they navigate a more cautious consumer environment. More from The Conference Board: Euro Area Consumer Confidence Stabilized in Early 2026 but Remains Weak European Consumer Confidence database 2 Years Below Neutral: European CEO Confidence Falls as Outlook Deteriorates Where to Hire: Europe 2026
BTC Sessions Ep. 079: Housing Crash Exposed, Immigration Crisis & Economy on the Brink | Ben RabidouxCanada's private sector is shrinking, homes in Ontario are selling for half their 2021 price, and 525,000 asylum claimants are stuck in a backlog with no real mechanism to remove bad actors. Ben Rabideau has been sounding the alarm since 2021 — and the data is finally catching up.In this episode, Ben Rabideau — one of Canada's most respected economic analysts — breaks down what the headline GDP numbers are hiding, why consumer confidence is as low as the depths of the 2008 financial crisis, and what the Bank of Canada's next move will hinge on. You'll learn why stripping out public sector employment reveals a deeply negative private sector jobs picture, how Ontario's housing market is producing court-ordered sales at 50 cents on the dollar, and why Ben believes single-family prices may be near a bottom — while rentals have years of decline ahead. You'll also get a clear-eyed look at Canada's asylum system vulnerabilities, the immigration fraud pipeline that ran through colleges like Conestoga, and why an AI policy framework written by an art dealer should concern every Canadian.⏱️ Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:56 - Technical Recession and Population Decline2:39 - Ontario BC versus Alberta Economic Split4:37 - Oil Prices and Alberta Investment Boom6:06 - Government Policy Well Meaning or Incompetent10:12 - Immigration Tightening What Has Changed13:11 - Bank of Canada Rate Cut Binary15:06 - Stripping Public Sector Jobs Picture22:10 - Consumer Confidence at Crisis Lows27:32 - Court Ordered Home Sales at Half Price32:59 - Boomer Millennial Housing Transfer by 2030s39:21 - US Housing 30 Year Mortgage Lock In41:23 - Rising Credit Card and Mortgage Delinquencies48:10 - Bill C 22 AI and Surveillance Issues57:29 - Asylum Backlog and Immigration Fraud1:03:18 - Common Sense Immigration Reforms1:06:54 - Following Ben Rabideau and Edge Analytics
Subscribe for ad-free episodes + bonus content: https://realestatemarketminute.supercast.com Instagram: @thesalibgroup Email: mark@thesalibgroup.com Consumer confidence just posted a major jump, but what does that actually mean for the housing market? In this episode, we break down the latest consumer confidence data, discuss why it matters, and explore whether improving sentiment could influence homebuyer behavior in the months ahead.
The economy and markets can feel dizzying and ever changing. That's where we can help. Fisher Investments' “This Week in Review” is a weekly segment designed to highlight a few things you may have missed this week, what they could mean for financial markets and why they matter to investors like you. This week, Fisher Investments reviews: • Eurozone consumer confidence • Developments in Iran • Rising government bond yields Below are the sources for all data cited in today's show: • Source: FactSet, Macrobond, as of 5/28/2026. Eurozone government bond spreads (10Y – 3M), 1/1/2025 – 5/27/2026. Y/y eurozone loan growth, monthly, 9/30/1997 – 4/30/2026. • Source: European Commission, as of 5/28/2026. Euro Area Consumer Confidence Index, May 2016 – May 2026. • Source: The Wall Street Journal, as of 5/28/2026. “Iran Talks Bog Down Over Nuclear Program and Sanctions Relief”, 5/25/2026. • Source: FactSet, as of 5/29/2026. MSCI World Total Return Index, 1/1/2026 – 5/28/2026. • Source: FactSet, as of 5/19/2026. 10-year benchmark bond yields in the US, UK, Germany and Japan, 12/31/1979 – 5/18/2026. • Source: FactSet, as of 5/19/2026. 30- and 10-year benchmark bond yields in the US, UK, Germany and Japan, 12/31/1979 – 5/18/2026. Want to dig deeper? • Ken Fisher's view on what happens next with the Iran war and oil markets: https://nypost.com/2026/05/25/business/how-to-think-about-the-iran-war-and-what-it-means-for-oil-and-stocks/ • Ken Fisher's thoughts on record low consumer sentiment: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nR9hgCUElNw • More on what rising bond yields could mean for markets: https://www.fisherinvestments.com/en-us/insights/market-commentary/global-bond-calamity-calls-for-calm-perspective Have feedback for this Fisher Investments video? Share your thoughts on this episode in just 1 minute by filling out this survey: https://fi.co1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_6Vw1ezlogR044S2?VideoCode=WeekInReview29May2026 Connect with Fisher Investments on: • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/FisherInvestments • X - https://twitter.com/fisherinvest • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/company/fisher-investments • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/fisher.investments/ • TikTok - https://www.tiktok.com/@fisher_investments You can also follow Ken Fisher here: • Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/KenFisher.FisherInvestments • X - https://twitter.com/KennethLFisher • LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ken-fisher/ • Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/kenfisher_fisherinvestments/ Investing in securities involves a risk of loss. Past performance is never a guarantee of future returns. Investing in foreign stock markets involves additional risks, such as the risk of currency fluctuations. The foregoing constitutes the general views of Fisher Investments and should not be regarded as personalized investment advice. Nothing herein is intended to be a recommendation. The opinions expressed are subject to change without notice.
May 23, 2026, 8 AM; Clyburn is South Carolina's only Black member of the U.S. House and one of the most influential voices in congress and the Democratic party, and this move would further dilute Black voting power in the state for potentially decades. The new map still has to get through the State Senate, which yesterday failed to secure enough votes to finalize it before early voting begins Tuesday in South Carolina's primary election. Some Republicans don't seem to be totally on board with five of them joining Democrats in opposing a rushed process. Fmr. Rep. Joe Cunningham and Adam Serwer join The Weekend to discuss the latest redistricting efforts by the GOP in that state. For more, follow us on social media: Bluesky: @theweekendmsnow.bsky.social Instagram: @theweekendmsnow TikTok: @theweekendmsnow To listen to this show and other MS podcasts without ads, sign up for MS NOW Premium on Apple Podcasts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.
The US economy added 115,000 jobs in April -- and the numbers look solid on the surface. But dig a little deeper and you'll find a tech sector in freefall, a housing market frozen in place, and consumer sentiment that hit a 74-year low. This bonus episode breaks down the May jobs report, which came out a week late because the Bureau of Labor Statistics pushed its release from the first Friday to the second Friday of the month. The job gains were concentrated in healthcare, transportation, warehousing, and retail. Healthcare alone added 37,000 jobs, driven largely by nursing facilities and home health care services for an aging population. Retail gains clustered in discount stores and warehouse clubs - not department stores or electronics retailers - which tells you consumers are spending more carefully. Tech got hit hard. The information sector lost another 13,000 jobs in April and is now down 342,000 jobs - about 11 percent - from its November 2022 peak. People working part-time because they can't find full-time work jumped by 445,000 in a single month. Consumer sentiment is at its lowest point in 74 years of University of Michigan tracking - worse than 2008, worse than the inflation of the 1970s. One reason: gas prices. There's a psychological outsized effect to standing at a pump watching the total climb every week, versus an invisible mortgage adjustment buried in a monthly bank statement. The housing market didn't get its usual spring bounce. Existing home sales ticked up just 0.2 percent between March and April. Inventory rose 5.8 percent, but at 4.4 months of supply, the market still needs roughly 30 percent more inventory to reach balance. Median sale price sits at $417,700, up less than 1 percent year over year. Homes are averaging 32 days on market - giving buyers more negotiating leverage than they've had in years. Timestamps: (00:00) April jobs report: 115,000 new jobs, but tech takes a hit (02:38) Jobs data matters more than the stock market (03:14) Where jobs grew: healthcare, transportation,warehousing, retail (05:14) Consumer sentiment hits 74-year low (07:46) Why gas prices hurt more than other costs (11:20) Tech sector down 342,000 jobs from 2022 peak (11:52) Part-time workers up 445,000 in a single month (13:38) Housing market: no spring rebound (15:16) Inventory up, but still 30 percent below a balanced market (16:16) Housing market frozen - not crashing, not skyrocketing (17:13) Golden handcuffs: why sellers aren't selling (18:23) Why buyers have more negotiating power now Enroll in our course, "Your First Rental Property" while the doors are open! https://affordanything.com/enroll Share this episode with a friend, colleagues, and your postal person: https://affordanything.com/firstfridaymay2026 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
PREVIEW for Later Today: Corporate Leaders Report Robust Consumer Spending. Guest: Gene Marks. CEOs from major companies like Amazon report a 15% retail increase, signaling strong consumer confidence. Marks notes that while surveys vary, actual spending data from big-box retailers remains the primary economic indicator.1910 FIFTH AVENUE
A.M. Edition for April 24. Twin shortages of fertilizer and fuel in the wake of the Iran war are spooking consumers across Asia and raising fears of weak harvests. But as HSBC's Frederic Neumann tells us, the effects of rising food prices are likely to spread around the world and linger well into 2027. Plus, U.S. authorities charge a U.S. soldier who took part in the operation to capture Nicolás Maduro with using classified information to earn more than $400,000 on Polymarket. And Intel shares surge more than 20 percent in off hours trading, as the chip maker beat earnings estimates. Luke Vargas hosts. Sign up for the WSJ's free What's News newsletter. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
PREVIEW FOR LATER. GUEST: Gene Marx Gene Marx discusses why consumer confidence surveys may be misleading compared to actual spending trends. He notes that baby boomers and upper-middle-class citizens are spending heavily on travel despite reports of economic struggles observed elsewhere. (2)1920