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In our September 12, 2024 midyear webinar, RPB Board Chair David Baskin, Investment Committee Chair Amy Brackett, and NEPC partner Brad Smith shared insights on the markets, the economy, and how the RPB Plan is performing.

Check out the key takeaways in the video clips below, or watch the full webinar here.

David Baskin describes the supply chain chaos, inflation, and market volatility in the post-pandemic world. Now, with the Fed cutting interest rates, we’re seeing a tech-driven market surge led by AI giants.

Amy Brackett recaps how so far in 2024, stocks are up, led by tech and communication, but with some market bumps along the way.

Here, Brad Smith looks at how the Fed’s rate cuts, inflation, the "Magnificent Six" tech companies, and election jitters are driving the market.