Global industry is getting a boost from firming final demand. We are bullish for manufacturing in the coming months—to be supported by next week’s expected December reports on US retail sales and G-4 flash PMI readings. Central banks are still easing but the drivers have turned more domestic. Next week’s projected 25bp Fed cut would bring the 2024 easing cycle to 100bp, despite material upside surprises this year to both growth and core inflation forecasts. (The Weekender will return January 3; Happy holidays to all!)...
Global industry is getting a boost from firming final demand. We are bullish for manufacturing in the coming months—to be supported by next week’s expected December reports on US retail sales and G-4 flash PMI readings. Central banks are still easing but the drivers have turned more domestic. Next week’s projected 25bp Fed cut would bring the 2024 easing cycle to 100bp, despite material upside surprises this year to both growth and core inflation forecasts. (The Weekender will return January 3; Happy holidays to all!)
Speakers:
Bruce Kasman
Joseph Lupton
This podcast was recorded on 13 December 2024.
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