Video News/Market Analysis

Jeremy Szafron, Anchor at Kitco News, interviews Claudia Sahm, founder of Sahm Consulting and chief economist at New Century Advisors. In this in-depth discussion, Claudia Sahm sheds light on the current state of the U.S. economy, explaining why despite the Sahm Rule being triggered, she believes we are not yet in a recession. Sahm discusses the complexities of the labor market, consumer spending, and the Federal Reserve’s policy decisions. She provides critical insights into why the unemployment rate is rising, the potential impact of increased labor force participation, and what the Fed should do to avoid an unnecessary recession.