Listen "Predicting Our Economic Future"
Episode Synopsis
This week, Doug and Greg discuss the confusing state of today’s economy, their predictions for economic growth and recovery years down the line, how the Feds can successfully avoid an economic recession, which parts of today’s inflation might stick around, and what you can control financially in a time of mass financial uncertainty.
Key Takeaways
[00:22] - What Greg’s thoughts are on Lisbon, Portugal vs. Madrid living.
[03:55] - Are we in a recession or not?
[08:31] - What the economy may look like one year from today.
[13:24] - How to translate recent earnings reports.
Quotes
[04:45] - “The economy and the markets are two distinct things. The economy might be in a situation where it’s in a recession but the markets typically are forward-looking.” ~ Greg Stokes
[15:20] - “If [the Feds] can somehow figure out a way to have a soft landing, which is what they’re trying to do by slowing down the economy, slowing down spending without causing a recession, I think that would be a pretty admirable result.” ~ Greg Stokes
[19:51] - “If you’re not confused about what’s going on in the economy right now, then you really don’t know anything about economics is a way to think about it. Because this is a completely unprecedented period.” ~ Doug Stokes
Links
Spending, Statistics, and Why Midterms Matter
Mortgage News Daily
J.P. Morgan’s Guide to the Markets
Walmart Q22 Earnings
Amazon Q22 Earnings
Bill Ackman
Jerome Powell
The Wall Street Journal
Connect with our hosts
Doug Stokes
Greg Stokes
Stokes Family Office
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Disclosure
The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener’s personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a final decision.
Key Takeaways
[00:22] - What Greg’s thoughts are on Lisbon, Portugal vs. Madrid living.
[03:55] - Are we in a recession or not?
[08:31] - What the economy may look like one year from today.
[13:24] - How to translate recent earnings reports.
Quotes
[04:45] - “The economy and the markets are two distinct things. The economy might be in a situation where it’s in a recession but the markets typically are forward-looking.” ~ Greg Stokes
[15:20] - “If [the Feds] can somehow figure out a way to have a soft landing, which is what they’re trying to do by slowing down the economy, slowing down spending without causing a recession, I think that would be a pretty admirable result.” ~ Greg Stokes
[19:51] - “If you’re not confused about what’s going on in the economy right now, then you really don’t know anything about economics is a way to think about it. Because this is a completely unprecedented period.” ~ Doug Stokes
Links
Spending, Statistics, and Why Midterms Matter
Mortgage News Daily
J.P. Morgan’s Guide to the Markets
Walmart Q22 Earnings
Amazon Q22 Earnings
Bill Ackman
Jerome Powell
The Wall Street Journal
Connect with our hosts
Doug Stokes
Greg Stokes
Stokes Family Office
Subscribe and stay in touch
Apple Podcasts
Spotify
Google Podcasts
lagniappe.stokesfamilyoffice.com
Disclosure
The information in this podcast is educational and general in nature and does not take into consideration the listener’s personal circumstances. Therefore, it is not intended to be a substitute for specific, individualized financial, legal, or tax advice. To determine which strategies or investments may be suitable for you, consult the appropriate qualified professional prior to making a final decision.
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