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This 2023 year-end special of The Week Ahead has a lineup of great guests, discussing topics to prepare you for the upcoming 2024.

1. Brent Johnson on 2024 Growth, Disinflation, Central Banks, and the Dollar:
We tackle the Fed’s stance; frankly, it’s a bit perplexing. With various opinions floating around, from 275bp cuts to just 2, the big question is, why the urgency if everything seems fine? Brent helps us get clarity on that.

We’re hovering around 5.5%, and markets are soaring, but what’s the rush? Brent sheds light on why 2024 might be “priced for perfection” and explores potential downside risks, from Fed miscalculations to unexpected Dollar strength.

2. Tracy Shuchart on Crude Quality:
Turning our attention to shale, Tracy dismisses the Texas export buzz but gets into a more interesting topic – crude quality. Tracy and Ralph discuss on Twitter the nuances of shale and the importance of understanding crude quality, especially with recent stories about Texas exports for tax reasons. What are the secrets of gassy wells and their impact on the market?

3. Albert Marko on Yemen-Red Sea Shipping Risks:
With rockets fired by Houthis, a coalition is formed to protect vessels, leading some shipping companies to bypass the Red Sea and opt for the longer route around Africa. Albert gives us the lowdown on how long this situation might persist, its reasons, and the potential impacts on shipping.

Join us for these insightful discussions and gain a clearer perspective on the year ahead.

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This is the 93rd episode of The Week Ahead, where experts talk about the week that just happened and what will most likely happen in the coming week.


Watch this episode on Youtube: https://youtu.be/mR7wLeSTpHM