Pimco's Kiesel Says Fed Can Go to 'Data-Dependency Mode' in 2019

The video discusses the economic outlook for 2019, focusing on expected interest rate hikes due to a healthy labor market and slowing global growth. It highlights the impact of US-China trade tensions on the economy and market sentiment. The discussion covers market repricing, the economic cycle, and the role of central banks. It concludes with an analysis of Fed expectations and potential market volatility, emphasizing the need for data dependency in future Fed decisions.

How is the US-China trade dispute affecting the US economy according to the text?

What factors are contributing to the slowing growth of the US economy?

What are the expectations for interest rate hikes in December 2018 and next year?

What are the implications of the Fed's potential pause in rate hikes for financial markets?

What is the current state of the global economy as described in the text?