Blackstone's Wien Sees 'Very Real' U.S. Economic Strength

The transcript discusses economic growth predictions, focusing on achieving 3% GDP growth and the factors influencing it, such as tax cuts and deregulation. It also covers the Federal Reserve's interest rate hikes and their impact on economic momentum. Additionally, the transcript provides insights into currency market movements, particularly the dollar, euro, and yen.

What was the growth rate mentioned for the third quarter, and what external factors affected it?

How does the speaker view the underlying strength of the US economy?

What are the expected effects of tax cuts and deregulation on GDP growth according to the text?

What is the speaker's prediction for the dollar's performance in the future?

What is the speaker's forecast for the dollar-yen exchange rate this year?