Talk Your Chart | Monopolies, Markets, and Missteps: What’s Really Driving Prices? | Episode 60
In Episode 60 of Talk Your Chart, Brett and Marcos dive into the economics of price gouging, the role of monopolies, and whether price caps could be the answer to rising costs. They also explore recent nonfarm job data, capex spending by the Magnificent 7, and recovering consumer sentiment. Join the conversation on what’s shaping today’s economy.
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