Are we headed towards stagflation if the Fed doesn’t cut rates?

Tony Blagrove, CFA, CFP® recently joined Pat Nerney from Dynasty Financial Partners on the Charles Schwab Network to dive into inflation, rates, and Fed policy. Stagflation, marked by stagnant growth, high unemployment, and rising inflation, is becoming a growing concern.

Key takeaways to consider include:

• Employment is strong but slowing
• Inflation expectations are creeping up
• The risk of stagflation is rising

It’s anticipated to see a steepening yield curve and a potential rate cut in September, while we want emphasize the importance of hedging in today’s economic environment.

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