The State of the Economy for January 2024
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The State of the Economy for January 2024

Dana Peterson discusses the latest consumer views on inflation and recession.

Despite turbulence in geopolitics and the economy, in January the US Consumer Confidence Index® soared to its highest level since 2021, marking a significant uplift in consumer sentiment. In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Dana Peterson, Chief Economist, joins Markus Schomer, Senior Global Economist, both of The Conference Board, to discuss the latest consumer views on inflation and recession—and what they reveal about market dynamics and potential shifts. 

 

Tune in to find out: 

  • How is consumer confidence and spending being affected by inflation, price levels, and the rate of price increases? 
  • How does the future of the US economy stack up against global economic trends, particularly in Europe and China? 
  • What are the key upside and downside risks in the global economy, and how can CEOs navigate these challenges? 

 

For more Trusted Insights for What’s AheadTM:

Read: US Consumer Confidence Increased in January 

Read: Global Overview 

 The State of the Economy for January 2024

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Despite turbulence in geopolitics and the economy, in January the US Consumer Confidence Index® soared to its highest level since 2021, marking a significant uplift in consumer sentiment. In this episode of C-Suite Perspectives, Dana Peterson, Chief Economist, joins Markus Schomer, Senior Global Economist, both of The Conference Board, to discuss the latest consumer views on inflation and recession—and what they reveal about market dynamics and potential shifts. 

 

Tune in to find out: 

  • How is consumer confidence and spending being affected by inflation, price levels, and the rate of price increases? 
  • How does the future of the US economy stack up against global economic trends, particularly in Europe and China? 
  • What are the key upside and downside risks in the global economy, and how can CEOs navigate these challenges? 

 

For more Trusted Insights for What’s AheadTM:

Read: US Consumer Confidence Increased in January 

Read: Global Overview 

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Markus Schomer

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