Future Focus Episode 8 - World News and Consumer Spending

In this discussion, Fergus McDonald of Nikko AM NZ examines how global political shifts are influencing financial markets. He focuses on potential US policy changes, particularly regarding tariffs and their impact on inflation and interest rates. McDonald addresses New Zealand's current economic challenges, describing a "job-rich recession" but remains optimistic about future recovery.

 

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