Kevin Warsh’s first Jackson Hole speech as Fed chair emphasized policy flexibility, a firm 2% inflation target and less reliance on forward guidance. The panel examines how persistent inflation and resilient economic growth could keep another rate increase on the table while contributing to greater bond market volatility. Investors also hear why caution is building around semiconductor stocks, AI infrastructure spending and technology company balance sheets, supporting a more selective portfolio tilt toward companies adopting AI rather than those primarily enabling it.

Brian Pietrangelo, Managing Director of Investment Strategy

George Mateyo, Chief Investment Officer

Stephen Hoedt, Head of Equities

Cynthia Honcharenko, Director of Fixed Income Portfolio Management

 

01:28 — Economic updates include labor conditions, GDP and July PCE inflation

04:20 — Kevin Warsh outlines a quieter Fed and firm inflation mandate

12:46 — Markets interpret Jackson Hole as hawkish for short-term rates

16:27 — NVIDIA earnings highlight caution across semiconductors and AI spending

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