In today's show, Shana Burt breaks down the latest economic data, including the Federal Reserve's decision to hold interest rates steady and its implications for inflation and the labor market. She discusses the recent volatility in AI stocks following the rise of China's Deep Seek and its competitive challenge to OpenAI. The episode also covers GDP growth revisions, the role of government spending in economic expansion, and what to expect from future Fed rate cuts. Listeners are encouraged to call in for Rapid Fire Friday to get answers to their financial questions.

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