Morgan Stanley's Weaver on AI, Tariffs, Yield

The video discusses key themes in AI for 2024 and 2025, focusing on AI enablers and agents. It explores the volatility in quantum computing stocks and the potential of AI agents for complex tasks. The impact of tariffs on market sentiment and risk management is analyzed, highlighting differences in gradual versus sudden tariff implementations. The video also examines market yields, the strengthening dollar, and their effects on earnings, emphasizing the sensitivity of equity markets to yield changes.

What was the primary focus of AI in 2024 according to the transcript?

• AI-driven marketing strategies

• Quantum computing advancements

• AI enablers like semiconductors and data centers

• AI agents and agent computing

How might companies manage risks if tariffs are introduced gradually?

• By immediately halting all international trade

• By reducing workforce

• By rerouting goods to other regions

• By increasing prices for consumers

What was the market sentiment change after the 2016 election compared to the current cycle?

• It remained unchanged in both cycles

• It showed a broader boost in 2016

• It was weaker in the 2016 cycle

• It was much stronger in the current cycle

What key factor is the market currently sensitive to, as mentioned in the transcript?

• Yields

• Consumer spending

• Inflation rates

• Unemployment rates

What is the potential impact of a strengthening dollar on the upcoming earnings season?

• It will boost all company earnings

• It will have no impact on earnings

• It could cause dispersion at the single stock level

• It will lead to a decrease in foreign investments