A stagflationary period lies ahead for the U.S. economy, but reacceleration will follow, economist predicts

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A stagflationary period is predicted for the US economy, but it will be followed by reacceleration, according to an economist from Apollo. The k-shaped consumer economy is expected to persist, and investors should be cautious of a slowdown in AI investment impacting the broader economy.

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Claim A stagflationary period lies ahead for the U.S. economy, but reacceleration will follow, economist predicts
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Generated 2025-12-24 13:33

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The k-shaped consumer economy is set to persist and investors must be wary of any slowdown in AI investment affecting the broader economy, says Apollo economist.

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Original article published by MarketWatch on December 24, 2025. Analysis and insights provided by AnalystMarkets AI.

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