Posted 3/20/2024, 11:00:00 AM
Goldman Sachs: US Recession Unlikely Despite High Inflation and Interest Rates
- Goldman Sachs economist says US economy is nowhere near a recession and soft landing is still on track
- Inflation has come down substantially without significant economic weakness or recession
- Forecasts just 15% chance of recession in next 12 months, average risk level
- Expects Fed to start cutting interest rates in June to ease high borrowing costs
- Main worries are unpredictable shocks like geopolitical conflicts or a new pandemic