Fed Analysis using ChatGPT vs. Expert-trained LLM

Key Takeaways The Fed held rates steady today at 5.25-5.5% as expected. The Fed acknowledged the US economy is growing at a “strong pace” (upgraded from “solid” in September) as inflation continues to “remain elevated”. However, they also acknowledged how the recent rise in long-term yields has caused “tighter financial conditions”. Many Fed observers had […]

BRICM State of Play Q3 2023

Key Takeaways: Country MacroX Real-Time Growth (Z-Scored) MacroX Real-Time Growth Momentum PMI (Z-Scored) Lagged Official Growth – Q2 GDP (annualized) Inflation CB Stance Major Themes Mexico 0.23 0.39 0.77 3.2% Inflation has slowed for 8 consecutive months but still above target (5.8% v 3%) Neutral – rates on hold at 11.25% Growth robust India -0.03 […]

An Alternative (Data) JOLT view

Combining more TYPES of alternative data – including web search and news confirms the strong labor market and can shed light on what to expect for September data

Reducing noise or increasing conviction in a positioning view can be as helpful as faster data