Employment Gains Will Slow Down, Economist Bandholz Says

The video discusses the economic outlook for June, focusing on GDP growth and employment trends. It highlights the impact of tariffs on jobs and the economy, noting that current tariffs are small but symbolic. Business reactions include CEO concerns and hesitations in capital investment. Despite trade tensions, manufacturing remains strong, supported by higher oil prices and tax breaks.

What is the expected trend for employment gains in the second half of the year?

• Employment gains will increase significantly.

• Employment gains will slow down.

• Employment gains will remain constant.

• Employment gains will decrease to zero.

What is the initial impact of the tariffs on Chinese goods?

• They immediately boost the US economy.

• They are mostly symbolic with a small initial impact.

• They lead to a significant decrease in employment.

• They have a large impact on US GDP.

How have steel prices in the US been affected by tariffs?

• Steel prices have decreased by 30%.

• Steel prices have remained unchanged.

• Steel prices have increased by more than 30%.

• Steel prices have doubled.

What is one potential reaction of CEOs to the trade tensions?

• Increase capital investment immediately.

• Shift production abroad as an excuse.

• Hire more employees.

• Reduce product prices.

Despite trade tensions, what factors are supporting strong sentiment indicators?

• Decreasing oil prices and tax increases.

• Higher oil prices and tax breaks.

• Stable oil prices and increased tariffs.

• Lower oil prices and reduced taxes.