Key Points

• In a recent development, surveys have found that hiring difficulties are a permanent concern. Aside from general difficulties in terms of hiring, the U.S. is now significantly behind in terms of women in the workforce as a result of childcare accessibility.
• Compared to November’s survey, this survey predicted the fed to taper at 30 billion. The biggest concern however shifted to whether or not the fed was moving too high too fast.

Key Points

• As expected, inflation has remained the number one concern and risk to the economy. Labor shortage has also remained a pressing issue within the United States as a result of the immigration crisis. While we have yet to see any obvious solutions, inflation is certainly the more manageable issue of the two.
• According to CNBC’s Fed. survey. Predictions have expected the fed to taper in November with an average monthly cost of 15 billion. Respondents forecasted a median hike for September 2022 while 44% believe it could be here as soon as July.

• A one size fits all mindset is no longer realistic as becoming more flexible is crucial, especially for older generations in terms of understanding and taking full advantage of new technology.