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Anatomy of a Recession: 1Q21 Update

January 28, 2021

 

Investment Strategist Jeff Schulze and Investment Strategy Analyst Josh Jamner take the pulse of the economy amid short-term weakness in consumer spending and employment and explain why they believe the current economic expansion and bull market remain intact. They also explain the factors driving their expectation for above-average GDP growth in 2021.

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