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Episode: Jobs Report Shock, Inflation Outlook, Recession Risk Ahead with John Chang
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On this episode of The Horizon, John discusses the August 1st jobs report, highlighting major downward revisions that reveal a sharp decline in job creation since April. He analyzes related economic indicators like labor force participation, ISM indices, and inflation trends, all pointing to growing recession risks. John also explores the tension the Federal Reserve faces between rising inflation and weakening employment, casting doubt on the likelihood of rate cuts despite market expectations. Wrapping up, he shares how these economic dynamics could affect commercial real estate—especially apartments, retail, and industrial—over the next 12 months and beyond.
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