Nationwide's Chief Economist David Berson and Deputy Chief Economist Bryan Jordan discuss the state of the consumer and the impact that retail spending and consumer activity could have on the overall economy and financial markets. [NFM-20130AO.18]

Financial markets have been volatile this week and inflation continues to be high. The FOMC held their January meeting today and provided their outlook on Fed policy. Nationwide's Deputy Chief Economist Bryan Jordan and Senior Economist Ben Ayers share their perspective on what the Fed may be signaling and the outlook on potential tightening for this year and beyond. [NFM-20130AO.19]