Global Trade Shifts: Impact on Markets and Macro Trends

In this episode of 'The Long and Short of the Week Ahead,' Matt Jones of Eurizon SLJ Capital and Senior Portfolio Manager Neil Staines discuss the macroeconomic themes and data releases anticipated for the upcoming week. The conversation covers the US NFIB Small Business Optimism Index, FOMC minutes, CPI, PPI, and Michigan sentiment data, alongside Q1 earnings from major banks. Globally, attention is on German trade balance, Eurozone Sentix expectations, Australian consumer confidence, New Zealand's monetary policy, and China's CPI and PPI. The duo also explore the impact of recent tariff announcements and heightened geopolitical tensions on market volatility and asset allocation. 

00:00 Introduction and Market Overview
00:38 US Data and Market Implications
02:27 Global Data and Market Dynamics
04:20 Geopolitical Influences and Trade Dynamics
06:32 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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