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Apr 2023
34m 13s

The Hiking Cycle Is Over

Alfonso Peccatiello & Brent Donnelly
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On today's episode of The Macro Trading Floor, Alfonso & Andreas discuss the recent economic data releases and the growth slowdown they are signalling. We then explore the chances of a Fed pause/pivot. Have the probabilities increased since the recent turmoil in the banking system has given the Fed more cover to reign in their hawkish stance? Finally, Alfons ... Show More
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