Little 'Justification' for Fed's Cutting Cycle, Says Unlimited's Elliott

The transcript discusses the current market euphoria with record highs in the S&P 500 and elevated valuations. It examines the role of central banks, particularly the Fed, in maintaining growth through rate cuts, despite claims of restrictive policies. The global economic landscape is analyzed, highlighting aggressive rate cuts and their delayed impact on the real economy. Inflation dynamics are explored, distinguishing between rich world inflation and deflation, and their effects on portfolios. Finally, the potential for renewed bank lending to fuel economic expansion is considered, with a focus on small businesses and borrowing trends.

What are the expected effects of the central bank's rate cuts on the real economy?

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