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Fed Meeting Looms as Consumer Sentiment Peaks | Episode 172 | 09-13-24
This week Megan unravels the latest shifts in consumer sentiment and economic expectations, revealing a refreshing uptick in confidence. She digs into the University of Michigan Consumer Sentiment Index, highlighting a rise in both current economic conditions and future outlooks, now at a four-month high. With inflation expectations for the next year dropping to 2.7%, consumers are breathing a sigh of relief, yet growing wary about the employment landscape.
As we gear up for a pivotal week, explore the anticipated Federal Reserve meeting and forthcoming retail sales data, which are essential…
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