Wealthion, Released on 6/14/24

David Rosenberg warns of potential economic turmoil due to surging productivity in most sectors but a ticking time bomb in construction and a growing wealth gap. On this episode of ‘Speak Up with Anthony Scaramucci,’ David Rosenberg, Founder and President of Rosenberg Research, joins to discuss the issues facing the economy. Rosenberg discusses the unusual productivity surge in the U.S. economy, while highlighting significant risks in the construction sector that could lead to widespread layoffs. He also sheds light on the economic disparity between high-income earners and the average worker, raising concerns about the long-term implications for economic stability and political dynamics.

0:57 – Introduction
1:56 – Fed Rate Cuts Discussion
6:00 – Housing Market Dynamics
9:29 – Economic Disparity & Wealth Gap
10:45 – Impact of Fiscal Policies
17:33 – Treasury Market & Inflation
20:47 – Recession Risks & Economic Outlook
21:07 – Stock Market Valuations & Risks
24:11 – Speculative Market Behaviors
25:47 – Long-Term Investment Strategies
25:59 – Closing & Contact Information

David Rosenberg is the chief economist & strategist of Rosenberg Research & Associates, an economic consulting firm he established in January 2020. He received both a Bachelor of Arts and Masters of Arts degree in economics from the University of Toronto. Prior to starting his firm, he was Gluskin Sheff’s chief economist & strategist. Mr. Rosenberg was also chief North American economist at Bank of America Merrill Lynch in New York and prior thereto, he was a senior economist at BMO Nesbitt Burns and Bank of Nova Scotia. Mr. Rosenberg previously ranked first in economics in the Brendan Wood International Survey for Canada for seven straight years, was on the US Institutional Investor All American All Star Team for four years, and was ranked second overall in the 2008 survey.

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