Economic Commentary
Fed Chairman not in a rush
Economy & Policy November 15, 2024 Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions. The Federal Reserve (Fed) Chairman seems to be happy with the market’s new wisdom regarding the path of interest rates going forward. At a presentation on November 14, he said that the Fed is not in any hurry to reduce […]
Equity markets reaction to election: Strong.
Economy & Policy November 08, 2024 Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions. Equity markets have reacted very positively to the presidential election as probably many assume that a new Trump administration will be more lenient in terms of regulation than a Democratic administration while the potential of tariffs could benefit domestic companies’ […]
Oh, no, a three-handed economist
Economy & Policy November 01, 2024 Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions. As you know, economists are normally criticized and accused of being ‘two-handed.’ This is because when we talk, we typically say, “on the one hand, and on the other hand.” Many argue that we are hedging our bets and […]
It would be relatively easy to fix our fiscal mess: In search of political leadership
Economy & Policy October 25, 2024 Chief Economist Eugenio J. Alemán discusses current economic conditions. Talking and exchanging communication with advisors and clients over the last several years has shown that many of them are concerned about the fiscal path of this country and the consequences it is having on our debt. Most of […]