US Economy: A Slow-Moving Train Wreck

22 SEPTEMBER 2022

Steve Odland sits down with Erik Lundh, Principal Economist at The Conference Board, to discuss the looming recession.

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What does this week’s rate hike from the Fed and today’s Leading Economic Index signal for the US economy? In this episode, The Conference Board President and CEO Steve Odland sits down with Erik Lundh, Principal Economist at The Conference Board, to discuss the looming recession. Tune in to find out:

What are the warning signs that a recession is coming and what is the worst case scenario?
What should businesses do in the face of imminent recession?
How would a recession affect the holiday season?
How does quantitative tightening impact interest rates?
What is the Fed’s outlook for the next few years and what was most surprising about their expectations?

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Senior Economist, Global
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