Heather Long believes the 'hiring recession is over' based on strong jobs data, but warns of an 'E-shaped economy' where lower-income consumers are pulling back on spending, particularly in home improvement and healthcare. She sees wage growth as the economy's 'Achilles heel' and expects a 4% CPI print, which will be a pain point.
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Long sees the selloff as 'overdue' and points to consumer pullback, which could weigh on tech spending and valuations, suggesting a cautious short-term outlook.
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Long's description of an 'E-shaped economy' and pullback from lower-income consumers suggests small-cap companies (RUT) that rely on domestic consumer spending could face headwinds.
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Long's strong jobs data and expectation of a 4% CPI print imply the Fed will need to raise rates, which would push yields higher. The host also notes that a 'hike is all but inevitable'.
