About this episode
Sarah Hansen, Morningstar Inc markets reporter, explains why the markets are closely watching inflation and what some forecasters expect. Seth Goldstein, strategist for Morningstar Research Services, discusses whether the new Trump administration’s policies could affect the electric vehicle industry and his outlook for Tesla’s stock. What’s Changed About the Inflation Outlook Why Inflation is Running Hotter Again What Stubborn Inflation Means for Investors and the Economy Markets’ Response to Inflation Why Investors Need to Pay Attention to Inflation Drivers What Economists Think Is Next for Inflation Bottom Line for Investors What’s New in the Markets How Trump’s Policy Shift Could Affect Tesla and Other Automakers Is It Still Possible for EVs to Hit Their Accelerated Growth Forecast? Why Tesla May Have a Comeback in 2025 What to Look for in Tesla’s Upcoming Earnings Morningstar’s Outlook on Tesla Stock Read about topics from this episode. Markets Breathe a Sigh of Relief on Softer Core Inflation December Inflation Data Closes Door on January Rate Cut, but There’s Improvement Under the Hood Is Inflation Really What Ails Stocks and Bonds? Stocks and Bonds Stumble on Hot Jobs Report. Are Markets in Trouble, or Is It Just Noise? Tesla: Full-Year Deliveries Decline and Energy Storage Deployments Set Record High What to watch from Morningstar. Active ETFs vs Mutual Funds: What to Know Before Picking a New Fund It's Getting Easier to Invest in Private Assets. What Does That Mean for Investors? Where Investors Can Find the Highest Bond Yields in 2025 How the Fed's Surprise Outlook Adds to Market Uncertainty for 2025 How to Diversify Your Portfolio to Handle a Market Correction Read what our team is writing: Sarah Hansen Seth Goldstein Ivanna Hampton Follow us on social media. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/MorningstarInc/ X: https://x.com/MorningstarInc Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/morningstar ... LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/5161/ Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.