China's Economic Well-Being Will Hurt U.S. Through Europe: Economist Lee

The transcript discusses the impact of global slowdown and political turmoil, including in Hong Kong, on the economy. It highlights the role of uncertainty in investment spending and the significance of the uncertainty index, which is influenced by policy decisions and global events. The discussion also covers China's growing influence in the global economy and its potential impact on the United States and Europe.

What factors contribute to the rise of the uncertainty index according to the speaker?

What are the implications of China's economic well-being for the United States?