From Black Swan events and Trump’s tariffs to Bitcoin’s future and AI in biotech—this week’s episode of The Lebenthal Report has it all. Returning guest Michael "Macro Mike" LoGalbo brought his expertise on geopolitical risks, inflation, and investment strategies. The discussion covered market volatility, the potential impact of stock buybacks, the rise of sovereign wealth funds, and how investors can navigate uncertainty with gold, oil, and Bitcoin. Don’t miss this deep dive into the forces shaping today’s global economy!
The Lebenthal Report Episode #124: Macro Lens on Markets
This week on The Lebenthal Report, Michael and Dominick welcome special guest Michael Logalbo, also known as "Macro Mike", a global market strategist at New York Life Investments. The trio explores market dynamics and current economic trends, navigating the intricacies of the current macro landscape.
They analyze minimal market losses despite negative news and pressure on bonds from interest rates, speculating on the Federal Reserve's upcoming decisions and predicting lower interest rates by year-end. Additionally, they weigh in on the strength of the US economy amidst global uncertainties, discussing indicators of a potential economic slowdown and the tightening lending policies impacting banks.
Listen now for a captivating discussion on market unpredictability, recession predictions, and the transformative potential of the AI subsector within the technology industry.