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Molly Smith, Bloomberg News Economics Editor, discusses the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions and the strong U.S. housing market's influence on equities. Peter Atwater, President of Financial Insights, highlights the importance of investor vulnerability amidst market volatility. Paisley Nardini, a portfolio manager, emphasizes strategic diversification in client portfolios. They explore the potential for rate cuts, unexpected market trends, and implications for international investments, offering insights into navigating today's economic uncertainties.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Bloomberg Intelligence Chief US Interest Rate Strategist Ira Jersey and Veronica Willis, Global Investment Strategist at Wells Fargo Investment Institute, discuss Federal Reserve officials holding their benchmark interest rate steady for a second straight meeting, though they telegraphed expectations for slower economic growth and higher inflation.The Federal Open Market Committee voted on Wednesday to keep the benchmark federal funds rate in a range of 4.25%-4.5%, and said it would further slow the pace at which it is reducing its balance sheet. Governor Christopher Waller, who supported holding rates steady, dissented from the decision over the balance sheet move.The decision to hold rates steady comes as President Donald Trump’s ambitious and frequently erratic policy agenda has placed the economy, and the Fed’s ability to keep it on track, under increasing pressure. Trump’s ever-changing plans to levy tariffs on US trading partners have stoked fears of an economic slowdown and raised fresh worries over inflation - a combination that could pull policymakers in opposite directions.Ryan Detrick, Chief Market Strategist at the Carson Group, provides a technical analysis of the markets. Journalist Charles Hecker discusses his book Zero Sum: The Arc of International Business in Russia. Bloomberg Businessweek Columnist Max Chafkin discusses Elon Musk’s X raising close to $1 billion in fresh equity funding.Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Bloomberg's Tom Keene, Jonathan Ferro and Lisa Abramowicz discuss remarks from Fed Chair Jay Powell following the Federal Reserve's latest policy decision on a special edition of Bloomberg Surveillance.Federal Reserve officials held their benchmark interest rate steady for a second straight meeting, caught between mounting concerns that the economy is slowing and inflation could remain stubbornly high.Chair Jerome Powell acknowledged the high degree of uncertainty from President Donald Trump’s significant policy changes, but repeated the central bank is not in a hurry to adjust borrowing costs. He said officials can wait for greater clarity on the impact of those policies on the economy before acting.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Arash Hashemi, Co-Founder of Kaizen Food Company, discusses his new cookbook Shred Happens: So Easy, So Good: 100+ Protein-Packed Mediterranean Favorites with a Low-Carb Twist; A Cookbook. Christian Hoffmann, Head of Fixed-Income at Thornburg Investment Management, shares his thoughts on inflation, the Fed and recession concerns.Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Blomberg News Reporter Tyler Kendall and Angela Stent, Senior Fellow at Brookings Institution, discuss Russian President Vladimir Putin and President Donald Trump agreeing that the movement to peace will begin with an energy and infrastructure ceasefire, according to a US readout of the conversation.Vladimir Putin committed in a phone call with Donald Trump to limit Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure for 30 days but declined to accept the broader ceasefire that the US sought. The Russian and US presidents agreed that the two sides would begin negotiations on a maritime ceasefire in the Black Sea as well as a “full ceasefire and permanent peace,” the White House said in a statement after the call ended. Those talks will begin “immediately” in the Middle East,Bloomberg Economics US Economist Stuart Paul and Steven Skancke, Chief Economic Advisor at Keel Point, provide a Fed decision preview. Michael Stadler, CTO of Xendee, explains how microgrids can make way for an electrified transportation system for Bloomberg Plugged-In. And Drive to the Close with Scott Ladner, CIO at Horizon Investments. Hosts: Carol Massar and Tim Stenovec. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Don Chew, Founding Partner of Stern Stewart & Co, discusses his book The Making of Modern Corporate Finance: A History of the Ideas and How They Help Build the Wealth of Nations. Lesley Marks, CIO of Mackenzie Investments, explains why the US market will have a hard time recovering in the face of the current level of trade uncertainty. Bloomberg Businessweek Editor Brad Stone shares the details of his Businessweek Magazine story College Presidents on Trump, Tuition, Higher Ed Under Pressure. Hosts: Tim Stenovec and Emily Graffeo. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent Michael McKee and Bloomberg News Chief Correspondent for Global Macro Markets Liz McCormick discuss why Fed Chair Jerome Powell faces a tricky task this week of both assuring investors the economy remains on solid footing while also conveying policymakers stand ready to step in if necessary.Even as the Federal Reserve chair has touted US resilience, uneasiness sparked by President Donald Trump’s rapidly escalating trade war has sent stocks tumbling over the past month. Bond yields are down, too, as is consumer sentiment as worries about the economic outlook mount.“Powell needs to give some sort of a signal that they’re watching it,” said Dominic Konstam, head of macro strategy at Mizuho Securities USA. While the Fed chief will likely make it clear that officials don’t target the stock market, they can’t ignore the recent slide, he warned.Bloomberg Businessweek Technology Editor Joshua Brustein and Bloomberg News US Semiconductor & Networking Reporter Ian King talk about Nvidia looking past DeepSeek and tariffs for their next chapter. Wendi Whitmore, Senior VP at Palo Alto Networks, explains how AI and geopolitical issues are impacting businesses globally. Bloomberg Businessweek Senior Reporter Amanda Mull discusses why President Trump’s ‘Buy American’ campaign won’t improve the US economy. Jensen Harris, CEO of Textio, explains how the company's AI powered software removes bias from performance reviews, job descriptions and other company communications. And Drive to the Close with George Young, Portfolio Manager at Villere Funds. Hosts: Tim Stenovec and Emily Graffeo. Producer: Paul Brennan. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF. Kathleen deLaski, Founder of the Education Design Lab, discusses her book Who Needs College Anymore: Imagining a Future Where Degrees Won't Matter. Hosts: Tim Stenovec and Norah Mulina. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In a dynamic conversation, Ed Price discusses the impact of U.S. trade policies on the global economy, while Thad Trent sheds light on challenges in the semiconductor sector amid geopolitical tensions. Erin Harkless Moore highlights Pivotal Ventures' innovative investments in social impact initiatives. Emmanuel Mattei analyzes the evolving MBA job market, emphasizing the importance of international partnerships in education. Together, they navigate critical issues like trade, investment strategies, and the intersection of business education and social progress.

Watch Carol and Tim LIVE every day on YouTube: http://bit.ly/3vTiACF.Bloomberg International Economics and Policy Correspondent Michael McKee discusses US consumer sentiment falling to a more than two-year low and long-term inflation expectations jumped by the most since 1993, illustrating growing apprehension about the economic impact from tariffs.The preliminary March sentiment index dropped to 57.9, the lowest level since November 2022, from 64.7 a month earlier, according to University of Michigan data issued Friday. The figure was weaker than all estimates in a Bloomberg survey of economists.Consumers expect prices to rise at an annual rate of 3.9% over the next five to 10 years, up 0.4 percentage point from the prior month and the highest in more than three decades. They saw costs rising at an annual rate of 4.9% over the next year, up from 4.3% and the highest since 2022. Zach Wasserman, CFO of Huntington Bancshares and Bloomberg News Senior Editor Nina Trentmann share thoughts on business sentiment, the consumer and interest rates. Jason Britton, CIO at Reflection Asset Management, talks about markets and tariffs.Hosts: Tim Stenovec and Norah Mulinda. Producer: Paul Brennan.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.