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EPISODE · May 8, 2026 · 18 MIN

Marc Chandler - US Economic Data Recap & Why Is the BoJ Intervening In the Currency Markets

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In this Daily Editorial, I am joined by Marc Chandler, Managing Partner at Bannockburn Global Forex and Editor of the Marc to Market blog. Marc provides a comprehensive breakdown of recent global economics data, central bank policies, and market trends. Key discussion points include: US Economic Bifurcation: A look at why the US economy is showing robust jobs data and high growth tracking while consumer sentiment plunges to record lows. The Geopolitical Risk Premium: Assessing the impact of the US-Iran war on oil prices and whether markets are prematurely pricing in an end to the conflict. International Divergence: Marc analyzes the "insult to injury" data coming out of Germany and the suspicious timing of the Bank of Japan’s recent currency interventions. The Global AI Buildout: Why the semiconductor and data center surge is fueling unprecedented weekly gains in Asian equity markets like the KOSPI and TAIEX. Emerging Market Spotlight: An exploration of why Vietnam is positioned to be a major winner as global supply chains shift away from China.   Click here to visit Marc’s site - Marc To Market - https://www.marctomarket.com/   ----------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

In this Daily Editorial, I am joined by Marc Chandler, Managing Partner at Bannockburn Global Forex and Editor of the Marc to Market blog. Marc provides a comprehensive breakdown of recent global economics data, central bank policies, and market trends. Key discussion points include: US Economic Bifurcation: A look at why the US economy is showing robust jobs data and high growth tracking while consumer sentiment plunges to record lows. The Geopolitical Risk Premium: Assessing the impact of the US-Iran war on oil prices and whether markets are prematurely pricing in an end to the conflict. International Divergence: Marc analyzes the "insult to injury" data coming out of Germany and the suspicious timing of the Bank of Japan’s recent currency interventions. The Global AI Buildout: Why the semiconductor and data center surge is fueling unprecedented weekly gains in Asian equity markets like the KOSPI and TAIEX. Emerging Market Spotlight: An exploration of why Vietnam is positioned to be a major winner as global supply chains shift away from China.   Click here to visit Marc’s site - Marc To Market - https://www.marctomarket.com/   ----------------- For more market commentary & interview summaries, subscribe to our Substacks:  The KE Report: https://kereport.substack.com/  Shad’s resource market commentary: https://excelsiorprosperity.substack.com/ Investment disclaimer: This content is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice, an offer, or a solicitation to buy or sell any security or investment product. Investing in equities, commodities, really everything involves risk, including the possible loss of principal. Do your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making any investment decisions. Guests and hosts may own shares in companies mentioned.

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