As the first quarter of 2026 comes to a close, this episode offers a timely status check on the economy and overall market sentiment. We’ll dig into how markets are absorbing major global headlines—from Middle East unrest to volatile oil prices and renewed concerns about supply chains. We’ll also break down the uncertainty surrounding inflation and central bank policy and highlight the key economic signals worth watching as the year unfolds.

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