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June 3, 2025 36 mins
Wes and Jeff dive into the major economic events shaping the first half of the year. They offer insights on everything from labor markets and inflation to the rise of AI and takeout culture, then break down complex financial news into actionable analysis to help plan for a happier retirement. Highlights include: • Focusing on financial education by cutting through jargon and empowering listeners to make effective retirement and investment decisions 🎯 • Recapping major 2025 news: new U.S. administration, ongoing tariffs, S&P 500 volatility, low inflation, persistent geopolitical tensions, and repeated U.S. credit downgrades • Debunking the "Sell in May and Go Away" market adage, noting that May has outperformed expectations in recent years • Explaining the critical role of economic growth, Hauser's Law, and government deficits in shaping tax revenue and fiscal health • Spotlighting a significant shift in the labor market, with job openings and seekers nearing equilibrium, essential for controlling wage inflation • Sharing Wes Moss’s family’s 30-day Summer Challenge for personal and educational growth • Discussing the rise of "Takeout Nation": Much of restaurant traffic is now takeout, delivery, or drive-thru, fueled by technology, apps, and AI • Exploring the restaurant industry's transformation—booming sales, more delivery jobs, and tech-driven convenience, without harming overall job growth • Previewing upcoming research on habits of happy versus unhappy retirees, with “fear of running out of money” revealed as a top concern across all wealth levels
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