First Trust Monday Morning Outlook
Weekly Market Update from First Trust
First Trust Economic Outlook: Key Insights to Guide Informed Financial Decisions
The First Trust Monday Morning Outlook provides investors with timely insights on the latest market trends and economic updates.
Brian Wesbury, Chief Economist at First Trust Advisors, provides a weekly economic outlook through "First Trust Monday Morning Outlook." He analyzes current economic data and trends to offer insights and predictions about the financial markets. Wesbury's commentary often covers topics such as inflation, interest rates, government policies, and global events. He is known for his optimistic views on the long-term prospects of the US economy.
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First Trust - ROI Podcast - Trading Quarter-Zips for Farmland
Ep 39 | Brian Wesbury | Why Govt Spending Cuts May Cause Short-Term Pain, But Long-Term Prosperity
In Episode 45 of the First Trust ROI Podcast, titled "Trading Quarter-Zips for Farmland", Chief Economist Brian Wesbury delves into the shifting dynamics of the U.S. economy and the implications for investors.
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Global Trade Disruptions: Wesbury discusses how recent policies are impacting global trade, emphasizing that tariffs alone may not address the challenges posed by expansive government interventions.
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Economic Outlook for 2025: He provides insights into the trajectory of the U.S. economy for the remainder of the year, highlighting potential areas of growth and concern.
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Investment Implications: The conversation touches on how these macroeconomic factors influence investment strategies, particularly in sectors like agriculture and real assets.
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This commentary is for informational purposes only and does not constitute investment advice or a solicitation to buy or sell any security.
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Who is Brian Wesbury?
Brian Wesbury serves as the Chief Economist at First Trust Advisors, L.P., a financial services company headquartered in Wheaton, Illinois. Additionally, Wesbury holds the position of a senior fellow at The Heartland Institute and is an active member of the Board of Advisors for First Trust Capital Partners, an affiliated private-equity firm. He has received recognition as the leading U.S. Economic Forecaster by the Wall Street Journal.
Brian Wesbury initiated his professional journey in 1982 with the Harris Bank in Chicago. His earlier roles encompassed the position of Vice President and Economist at the Chicago Corporation, as well as Senior Vice President and Chief Economist at Griffin, Kubik, Stephens, & Thompson. From 1995 to 1996, he assumed the role of Chief Economist for the Joint Economic Committee of the U.S. Congress. Mr. Wesbury holds an M.B.A. from Northwestern University's Kellogg Graduate School of Management and a B.A. in Economics from the University of Montana.
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― Brian S. Wesbury
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