Economic Insights by Nationwide

The first employment report for 2022 was released today, which sheds light on the strength of the overall economy and Omicron's impact on labor markets. Nationwide's Chief Economist David Berson and Senior Economist Ben Ayers provide their outlook for the months ahead, including the impact of today's employment report on inflation and Fed policy.

Nationwide’s Deputy Chief Economist Bryan Jordan provides highlights and perspective of the Nationwide Market Insights quarterly report for the beginning of Q1 2022. To view the quarterly report while you listen to this podcast, visit nationwidefinancial.com/economics [NFM-20130AO.16]

2022 began with historically high inflation rates, resulting from lingering Covid-related supply chain disruptions and expansionary fiscal and monetary policy. The unemployment rate continues to improve, drawing closer to pre-pandemic levels, with many companies unable to fill job openings. And the Fed has hinted at a more hawkish approach this year, with expectations for tightening monetary polic...

Nationwide's Chief Economist David Berson and Deputy Chief Economist Bryan Jordan discuss the state of the consumer and the impact that retail spending and consumer activity could have on the overall economy and financial markets. [NFM-20130AO.18]

Financial markets have been volatile this week and inflation continues to be high. The FOMC held their January meeting today and provided their outlook on Fed policy. Nationwide's Deputy Chief Economist Bryan Jordan and Senior Economist Ben Ayers share their perspective on what the Fed may be signaling and the outlook on potential tightening for this year and beyond. [NFM-20130AO.19]