In this episode of Markets with Megan, Chief Investment Officer Megan Horneman, provides insights into the December Consumer Confidence Report. The report reveals a significant surprise, surpassing expectations with the highest levels of consumer confidence since July. Megan breaks down the index's components, emphasizing the positive impact of decreasing interest rates and the recent dovish stance of the Federal Reserve. Despite the optimistic outlook, she suggests against unwarranted optimism and highlights potential risks for the economy in the coming year. Megan also notes the need to monitor consumer spending closely, as excessive confidence could reignite inflation, undoing the Federal Reserve's efforts. Stay tuned for more insights on the PCE deflator later this week, and for any questions or comments, reach out to us at podcast at Verdence dot com.

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