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Stagflation Risks Grow as Inflation Outpaces Weakening Growth
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Tyler Dupont
March 19, 2025
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📈 Stocks / Finance
"Bull Crash" Triggers Record U.S. Equity Drop
BofA reports a historic plunge in U.S. stock allocation in March due to stagflation concerns. Investor sentiment fell sharply, prompting a shift to 4.1% cash holdings. Despite global growth worries, euro zone stock allocation peaked since July 2021. 171 participants, managing $426B, took part.
Market Drops Amidst Prolonged Sell-off
The Dow plummeted 260.32 points while the S&P 500 fell 1.07% as a market sell-off resumed, leaving the index 8.6% off its February peak. Tesla dropped over 5%, contributing to tech losses. RBC's revised EV outlook and choppy market conditions through tariff uncertainties and the Fed policy meeting are pivotal concerns.
Banks Thrive Amidst Market Volatility Triggered by Trump's Policies
JPMorgan Chase & Co.'s equities trading revenue is set to soar over 30% this quarter, likely surpassing a $3.3B record. Despite market turbulence from Trump's policy shifts, competition remains fierce with Goldman Sachs and Morgan Stanley. Meanwhile, hedge funds and dealmakers struggle amidst the uncertainty.
🪙 Crypto
Bitcoin Faces Routine Correction, Cycle Peak Not Yet Reached
Bitcoin has dipped 24% from its January high of $109,000, driven by macroeconomic conditions and global liquidity concerns, analysts highlight. Collective Shift CEO sees the correction as typical, with past cycles showing similar retracements. Experts foresee a cycle peak ahead despite current turbulence.
🌎 Global Economy
Stagflation Risks Grow as Inflation Outpaces Weakening Growth
Stagflation, a '70s-era economic scourge, threatens a return as rising inflation and faltering GDP stoke fears, says EY's Daco. Shifts from Keynesian to neoliberal policies, amid geopolitical tensions, have varied impacts. This imbalance raises risks, making complex economic management crucial.
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