Is the US Heading For a Recession?

Stocks plummeted on Monday in response to data that sparked fears that the US was heading towards a recession. So with inflation proving sticky and growth under expectations, we take a look at how likely this is and if the Fed can do anything about it.

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[DonaldMark-nese]

Coming out of facing alot, I knew two things about the stock market: It caused the Great Depression, and the fastest way to make a million on the markets was to start with two million. And then the Great Recession happened only a few years later. So yeah, I wish someone had better explained it to me earlier in life. Having a good entry and exit strategy will make you succeed in the stock market.

[Dantursi]

The U.S. economy can actually get better if only the govt can start making better decisions for the sake of it's citizens, cos' they've really made life more difficult for its residents. Hyperinflation has left the less haves bearing the brunt of the burden. Its already eating into my entire $620k retirement portfolio. Like where else can we invest our money with less risks?

[mandyyonge]

The dollar is literally being destroyed / debased / devalued. I just want my money to keep outgrowing the inflation rate. How do i invest about 250k i have parked in the bank and what strategies do i employ to make significant gains and stable cashflow?

[azieltobias]

A perfect storm is brewing in the United States. Inflation, bank collapse, severe drought in the agricultural belt, recession, food shortages, diesel fuel and heating oil shortages, baby formula shortages, available automobile shortages and prices, the price of living place. It's all coming together and it could lead to a real disaster towards the end of this year (or sooner). With inflation currently at about 6%, my primary concern is how to maximize my savings/retirement fund of about $300k which has been sitting duck since forever with zero to no gains.

[Vampwatch]

I'm utterly convinced that these economists really have no clue what is going on.

[ThompsonWhite-h]

America is currently plagued by the hydra-headed evil duo of inflation and recession. The worst part about this recession is that consumers are racking up credit card debt. In April alone, credit card debt went up 20% while rates have doubled in a year. Inflation is so high that consumers are literally taking debt for basic life necessities. Collapse has indeed begun..

[SeanTalkoff]

The recession scare is surreal and the market is really panicking at this moment and I'm worried what effect this frenzy could have on my portfolio of about 80k. Could you make any recommendations on how I could preserve my portfolio during this period and also make profit from the market situation?

[RaymondcrawRaymondCrawley]

Transfer of wealth usually occur during market crash, so the more stocks drop, the more I buy, in the meanwhile I'm just focused on making better investments and earning more as recession fear increases, apparently there are strategies to 3x gains in this present market cos I read of someone that pulled a profit of $350k within 6months, and it would really help if you could make a video covering these strategies.

[mezmerya]

I like Austan Goolsbee take on the issue. It's not feds job to babysit the risks market had taken.

[aaronrothwell]

I've been hearing about a us recession for 3 years.

[MSMrk]

Amazing vid and great recap of a complicated situation

[tio]

This should have been a Brilliant sponsored video. 😂😂

[RichardGeorge-ujiu]

It's important to think about how possible policy changes can affect market value growth as the election gets underway. Election results can impact sector performance, cause market volatility, and require adjusting investing strategy in anticipation of legislative changes.

[baronvonjo]

This country feels likes it straining at the seams. So many of us are struggling. See it irl and on social media.
But the stats say we are doing well. But I have only seen media and politicians saying we are doing well. Not every day regular people.

Also like to watch different industries. It's just a hobby of mine and so many of them aren't doing too hot. Like automakers, entertainment, music, studios, etc.

[BOZ_]

GDP is up nearly 2%, and a recession is two consecutive quarters of negative growth. So, derr; of course it's not. The only time to predict a recession is after one quarter of negative growth, or where inflation is or is near double digits.

[lands]

i was told we were already in a recession

[johnnydoe]

I just Came to Read the Comments
Posted by Russian bots. 🤣🤣

[gladdy]

I have a safe job, a lot of cash, and having been waiting to buy a car and house...I'm here for a recession 😅

[EntertainmentFilms]

Last weeks stock market crash was out of fear of a recession. Now picture how bad it would be if there was an actual recession.

[xiphoid]

I'm in healthcare, so i never worry about recessions. If anything, US healthcare is still very short of labor due to boomers going from the largest source of healthcare workers to the largest source of patients. The pay, job security, and social status are all very good.