The Stockout EP149 Allianz Trade -- What's pressuring the economy

Join hosts Mike Boulton and Grace Sharkey on this special St. Patrick’s Day episode of The Stockout as they dive into the key economic pressures affecting supply chains, retail, and the CPG industry. Featuring Dan North, Senior Economist at Allianz Trade North America, this discussion covers: The impact of tariffs and trade wars on businesses and consumers   Inflation trends and how they affect wages and spending power   Federal Reserve policies and interest rate decisions   The slowing U.S. economy, manufacturing declines, and consumer confidence shifts With expert insights into trade credit insurance and global trade flows, Dan North breaks down why inflation is still a major concern and what to expect from the economy in 2025. Will the Fed cut interest rates?   How are businesses adjusting to trade policies?   What does this mean for your industry? Don’t miss this crucial economic update! Like, comment, and subscribe for more in-depth discussions. #Economy #Tariffs #Inflation #SupplyChain #AllianzTrade #InterestRates #TradeWar #EconomicTrends Follow The Stockout Podcast Other FreightWaves Shows Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices