An introduction to the major global economic challenges and the Bloomberg Wall Street Week program.

• The program addresses pressing global issues such as wars, climate change, college campus tensions, and inflation.
• David Westin introduces the Wall Street Week show featuring insights from financial industry experts.

Financial experts share their predictions for the year 2024, focusing on the economy, technology, and investing.

• Rick Reeder of BlackRock predicts the U.S. economy will avoid recession barring an exogenous shock.
• Sam Palmisano, former IBM head, discusses efforts to ensure responsible AI use.
• Glen August of Oak Hill Advisors talks about the future of distressed investing.

A review of ongoing global issues and their influence on market movements.

• The climate agenda's progress is discussed along with the COP 28 summit outcomes.
• Tensions in Ukraine and Israel's impact on global politics and markets are examined.
• The situation on U.S. college campuses and economic indicators like inflation and the Federal Reserve's rate decisions are highlighted.

Barbara Reinhart of Voya provides analysis of market trends and investment management strategies.

• Barbara offers insights on market reactions to Federal Reserve announcements and inflation data.
• The potential for a U.S. recession is discussed along with the importance of real yields for investors.
• Equities and bonds are compared as investment options for 2024.

Sam Palmisano speaks on the importance of responsible data use in technology innovation.

• The Data and Trust Alliance's efforts to create data standards for responsible AI use are covered.
• The challenges and opportunities of global data management and valuation are discussed.

Rick Reeder of BlackRock shares his outlook for investments and market trends for the upcoming year.

• The launch of BlackRock's new ETFs and the growth of ETFs in investment portfolios are examined.
• Investment strategies for bonds and equities in 2024 are explored, considering interest rate trends.

Glenn August discusses the opportunities and growth in distressed investing and private credit.

• The trillion-dollar debt maturity landscape and its refinancing challenges are analyzed.
• The expansion of private credit and its potential to triple in size is considered.

A reflection on predictions for 2023 and their outcomes, along with expectations for 2024.

• The accuracy of economic predictions, market trends, and individual forecasts are revisited.
• Potential rate cuts by the Fed and their impact on various markets are discussed.