The trading floor: Germany, the “sick man” of Europe [Video]

Anthony Cheung Amplify

In this episode, Anthony Cheung and Piers Curran break down the latest US CPI data and its implications for the Fed's interest rate strategy. But that's not all, Germany’s economy is in the spotlight as they explore recession warnings, government forecasts, and what this all means for the Eurozone. They also dive into the growing divide between US and European monetary policies, dissecting the ECB's next move as it grapples with Germany's economic woes. Tune in for a dynamic take on how these global shifts could reshape the markets. Perfect for any interview prep! (00:00) Introduction to episode (02:25) Latest US CPI report explained (07:41) US Jobless Claims spike higher (10:28) Is the US labour market as strong as NFP suggests (14:11) Markets reaction and Fed expectations (15:20) Why is Germany struggling so much? (27:07) US vs EU policy divergence (29:42) What are options markets signalling? (35:22) Ant is going to shave his head LIVE.

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Anthony Cheung

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Anthony has spent over a decade working at the forefront of financial news.

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