In this episode, our global economist, Ken Wattret, leads a discussion with economists from S&P Global Market Intelligence about the economic landscape. They cover key themes, including moderating inflation, easing monetary policy, and the likelihood of a soft landing in the US. They delve into the performance of major economies, with insights on the U.S. labor market, manufacturing sector weaknesses, and the implications of China's economic slowdown. The episode also highlights regional forecasts for Europe, Asia Pacific, and Latin America, addressing potential risks and the impact of oil prices on inflation. Listen now. More S&P Global Market Intelligence Content: Global economic outlook: October 2024 Developed economy growth slips to six-month low US Halloween candy spending to surpass of $4 billion in 2024 Credits: Host: Ken Wattret Guests: Pat Newport, Diego Iscaro, Andy Birch, Hanna Luchnikava-Schorsch, Paula Diosquez-Rice Produced By: Debbie Taylor, Kristen Hallam Edited By: Kristen Hallam Published With Assistance From: Sophie Carr

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