For over 10 years, my family and I have been attending a local fair here in northeast Florida. Usually it’s packed—but not this year. I highlight the terrible experience… and what it says about the economy.   Speaking of the economy, I explain what Fed Chair Jerome Powell got wrong about inflation… and why we must prepare for a recession.   We’ll see earnings growth from two sectors… but it will mean even more pain to the economy (and consumers).   But don’t let the negative news scare you out of the markets—the market volatility will create amazing risk/reward opportunities going forward. I share a few assets you should have exposure to right now.   Don’t miss tomorrow’s WSU Premium. Daniel and I will discuss the opportunity in small-cap stocks… and share our latest pick.    In this episode What my fair experience says about the economy [0:30] Prepare for a recession [8:20] What Powell got wrong about inflation [15:15] Growth in these 2 sectors = more pain ahead [21:15] Diversify with this inflation hedge[26:40] Don’t miss tomorrow’s WSU Premium [35:25]   Looking to diversify your portfolio as inflation becomes the new normal?   Contemporary art has a history of strong appreciation during high inflation periods—like right now.   Masterworks’ innovative platform makes starting a fine art collection attainable for anyone.   Here’s how:   Enjoyed this episode? Get Wall Street Unplugged delivered FREE to your inbox each week: www.curzioresearch.com/wall-street-unplugged/   Wall Street Unplugged podcast is available at: --iTunes: itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/wall-street-unplugged-frank/ --Stitcher: www.stitcher.com/podcast/curzio-research/wall-street-unplugged-2 --Website: www.curzioresearch.com/category/podcast/wall-street-unplugged/   Twitter: twitter.com/frankcurzio Facebook:. www.facebook.com/CurzioResearch/ Linkedin: www.linkedin.com/in/frank-curzio-690561a7/ Website: www.curzioresearch.com