Central banks worldwide have reduced their global GDP forecasts due to trade uncertainty, potential inflation increases, and weakening consumer spending. The Federal Reserve lowered US growth expectations to 1.7% for the year, following similar cuts from the Bank of England and European Central Bank.

• OECD has cut global GDP forecasts for this year and next
• Federal Reserve reduced US GDP forecast to 1.7%, down from 2.1% in December
• Bank of England cut UK GDP forecast in half last month
• ECB also lowered growth expectations due to trade uncertainty
• April 2nd has been designated as "tariff deadline day" with expected volatility
• Trade wars likely to remain a first-half of 2025 theme
• Second half may focus more on the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act
• Downside risks to growth and potential inflation pressure exist
• Long-term US economic outlook remains relatively strong
• Consumer spending weakness and business investment hesitancy are major concerns
• Corporate earnings downgrades may follow during April earnings season
• Major banks begin reporting earnings week of April 7th

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🚨 Stock Market Correction Alert! The S&P 500 has officially hit correction territory, dropping 10% from recent highs. What does this mean for investors? Is this a buying opportunity or the start of a deeper decline? 📉📈

In this episode of Markets with Megan, we break down:
✅ The key reasons behind the correction
✅ Tariff tensions, economic slowdown, and market uncertainty
✅ Whether now is the right time to buy the dip
✅ Why small and mid-cap stocks could be the opportunity investors need

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🔥 Breaking Market Update! The latest Consumer Price Index (CPI) report is out, and the markets are reacting fast. Inflation came in lower than expected, with headline CPI rising just 2.8% YoY, down from 3% last month. Core inflation also cooled, but is it enough for the Federal Reserve to start easing up on rates? 📉🏦

💡 Key Takeaways:
 ✅ Airfare & vehicle prices are dropping – are consumers finally pulling back?
✅ Housing & food prices remain high – what does this mean for your wallet?
✅ The Fed is watching closely – will this impact interest rates?
✅ Tariff uncertainty adds volatility – what’s next for global markets?

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It’s been a brutal day for US equity markets, with the NASDAQ plunging 4% and officially entering correction territory 🚨. Volatility is surging, tech stocks are taking a hit, and investors are scrambling for answers. Why is this happening? What does it mean for the future? And where are the real opportunities in this market turmoil?

In this episode of Markets with Megan, we break down:
✅ The driving forces behind today’s market sell-off
✅ How tariffs, inflation, and earnings concerns are fueling uncertainty
✅ Where investors should be looking for real value opportunities
✅ Why small-cap, mid-cap, and international stocks might be the best plays right now

📊 What’s Next? The volatility isn't over, and we're watching key economic data and earnings revisions closely. Get the latest insights now!

💬 What’s your take? Drop a comment below—Are you buying this dip or waiting for more downside?

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🚨 Markets in Chaos After Shocking Jobs Report! 🚨

The latest unemployment and underemployment numbers are sending shockwaves through the markets! 📉📈 Job gains missed expectations, unemployment ticked up, and underemployment saw its biggest jump since 2020. What does this mean for the Fed’s next move? Will inflation cool, or is more turbulence ahead?

Verdence CIO Megan Horneman breaks down today’s market-moving employment report, explains the Federal Reserve’s dilemma, and reveals what investors should watch next—including next week’s CPI and PPI inflation data.

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📊 Timestamps:
0:00 – Market Whipsaw After Jobs Data
0:38 – Unemployment & Underemployment Spike 📉
1:53 – What This Means for the Fed & Inflation
3:10 – Powell’s Reaction & Market Reversal
4:05 – What to Watch Next: CPI, PPI & Market Moves

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📉 Washington Whipsaw: Market Volatility Surges! Investors are on edge as tariff uncertainty fuels wild swings in the market. Are tariffs on or off? No one knows—and that’s causing chaos. Meanwhile, big tech stocks are selling off as traders move to the sidelines, waiting for clarity.

In this episode of Markets with Megan, we cover:
🔄 Tariff Uncertainty: Why the back-and-forth is paralyzing businesses & investors.
📊 Stock Sell-Off: Tech and high-flying sectors take a hit—what’s next?
📉 Employment Report Preview: Will the labor market show signs of weakness?
💸 Wage Inflation Concerns: The Fed is watching—will sticky inflation keep rates higher?

With major economic and market-moving events ahead, investors need to stay informed. Will markets stabilize, or is more turbulence ahead?

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SPECIAL IMPACT REPORT: 
🚨 Tariff Chaos! Market Volatility Surges as Global Trade Tensions Rise 🚨

In this special Impact Report from Markets with Megan, we break down the latest tariff tensions shaking up the markets. With the Trump administration imposing tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China, retaliatory measures are starting to roll in—causing volatility to surge and stocks to tumble. But that’s not all…

📉 What’s Driving Market Volatility?
✅ Tariffs & Trade War Escalation – What’s happening & how countries are responding
✅ Slowing Economic Growth – The Fed just slashed Q1 GDP forecasts to -2.8% 📉
✅ Stock Market Overvaluation? – Are earnings expectations still too high?
✅ Inflation Risks Ahead? – The Fed is watching closely… should you?

With economic uncertainty mounting, how should investors position their portfolios? Megan shares expert insights on navigating the chaos and where to find potential opportunities in this unpredictable market.

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The warning signs are flashing—consumer confidence just dropped to its lowest level in four years. In this episode of Markets with Megan, we break down what’s driving this decline, why inflation expectations are rising, and how the labor market is shifting.

🔍 Key Topics:
✅ Consumer confidence plunges—what it means for the economy
✅ Tech stocks take a hit—why investors are selling big winners
✅ The Fed’s tough spot—stalling inflation progress & economic uncertainty
✅ Political & geopolitical risks—what investors need to watch

With tech-heavy indices struggling and the broader market seeing mixed signals, is more volatility ahead? 

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The markets have been on a rollercoaster ride, with back-to-back declines shaking investors. 📊 But what's really behind the volatility? In this episode of Markets with Megan, we break down the key drivers:

🔹 Weak economic data & slowing consumer confidence
🔹 Inflation expectations hitting 30-year highs
🔹 High market valuations & seasonality trends
🔹 Political uncertainty impacting business & consumer sentiment

Is this just a bump in the road or a sign of bigger market shifts ahead? Tune in as Verdence CIO Megan Horneman unpacks the latest trends and what they mean for investors.

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📉 Walmart’s Warning Shakes the Markets! The retail giant cut its earnings outlook for 2025, citing consumer weakness and economic uncertainty—and Wall Street isn’t taking it well. The Dow plunged nearly 600 points as investors reacted to concerns about inflation, tariffs, and slowing consumer spending.

In this episode of Markets with Megan, we break down:
🔻 Walmart’s Earnings Downgrade: Why is this a red flag for the economy?
🛍️ Consumer Weakness: Retail sales are slumping—what does it mean for growth?
💸 Inflation & Tariffs: Could more price pressures force further earnings cuts?
📊 Market Volatility Ahead: Why stocks may remain under pressure in 2025.

As uncertainty grows, staying ahead of the markets is crucial! Don’t get caught off guard by the next big move.

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