Govt. shutdown looms, stocks react to Fed: Catalysts

Catalysts anchors Seana Smith and Madison Mills break down the current economic environment, from shutdown worries on Capitol Hill to 2025 market outlooks.

Stifel Chief Washington Policy Strategist Brian Gardner analyzes the potential government shutdown, explaining how it is a "bad optic" for lawmakers to allow it.

HSBC Global Private Banking chief investment officer Willem Sels explains how increased market volatility in 2025 could create opportunities for investors. Additionally, State Street Macro Multi-Asset Strategist Cayla Seder and Citizens Wealth chief investment officer Michael Hans share their market outlooks for 2025.

Former St. Louis Fed president Jim Bullard discusses how markets are "misinterpreting" the Fed's recent decision and hawkish stance on future monetary policy.

Meanwhile, Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-WY) outlines why she expects 2025 to be pivotal for bitcoin (BTC-USD) and other digital assets.

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This post was written by Angel Smith