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Over 1M Jobs Will Be Lost

Posted on April 6, 2023 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2023/04/06/conference-board-ceo-health-social-services-and-federal-jobs-are-most-recession-resilient.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Dom Chu on April 6, 2023, to discuss the looming US recession, potential job losses, and the most vulnerable industries.

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CEOs: Conserve Cash

Posted on March 25, 2023 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2023/03/24/corporations-will-need-to-be-more-conservative-as-credit-availability-shrinks-the-conference-board-ceo.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans 3/24/23 to discuss the banking crisis and what non-bank CEOs should be doing to insulate their companies from another liquidity crisis.

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What Will Happen To Inflation In 2023?

Posted on November 22, 2022 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2022/11/21/what-happens-to-inflation-in-2023.html MON, NOV 21 20224:29 PM EST Noah Higgins-Dunn Jeff Morganteen Jeff Cox It’s the question on the minds of market watchers, economists and consumers alike: When will soaring prices fall back down to Earth? There are hints that the … Continue reading →

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Not If, But When

Posted on October 13, 2022 by Steve Odland

https://www.npr.org/2022/10/13/1128624034/ceos-no-longer-question-if-there-will-be-a-recession-the-question-is-when Steve Odland appeared on NPR’s Morning Edition on October 13, 2022 to discuss CEO Confidence and CEO’s expectations about an impending recession.

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GDP Declined -1.4%

Posted on April 28, 2022 by Steve Odland

https://www.cbsnews.com/video/us-economy-shrank-in-first-quarter-of-2022/ Steve Odland appeared on CBS News on 4/28/22 to discuss the decline in GDP, inflation, and the outlook for the economy for 2022.

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Labor Shortage Gives Workers Power

Posted on March 28, 2022 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2022/03/28/workers-have-the-power-to-push-for-unionization-says-the-conference-board-ceo.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans on 3/28/22 to discuss labor shortages, unionization, inflation.

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Markets React to Russia-Ukraine

Posted on February 23, 2022 by Steve Odland

https://www.cbsnews.com/video/moneywatch-stock-market-russia-ukraine-reaction/ Steve Odland appeared on CBS News Money Watch on February 22, 2022 to discuss the impact of Ukraine on the markets and the latest Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index.

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We Are Not In A Recession

Posted on October 9, 2021 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2021/10/08/lots-of-opportunities-outside-the-us-richard-bernstein-on-hedging-against-inflation.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans to discuss the September 2021 jobs report, the likelihood of a recession, the effects of the Delta variant of COVID-19, and inflation.

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Is Remote Work Here To Stay?

Posted on June 10, 2021 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2021/06/10/heres-the-future-of-the-workplace.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans on June 10,2021 to discuss the future of the US workforce post-pandemic.

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Lack of Workers ‘An Urgent Crisis’ for American Business

Posted on June 2, 2021 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2021/06/01/lack-of-workers-an-urgent-crisis-for-american-business.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Back To Work with Scott Wapner on June 1, 2021 to discuss the worker shortage as the economic recovery continues.

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Consumer Outlook Negative

Posted on November 24, 2020 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/11/24/consumers-dont-expect-things-better-next-six-months-conference-boards-odland.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans on November 24, 2020 to discuss The Conference Board’s latest Consumer Confidence Index and the potential impact on holiday shopping.

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Consumer Confidence Declines In Battleground States

Posted on October 27, 2020 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/10/27/odland-very-large-consumer-confidence-declines-in-battleground-states-ohio-pennsylvania-and-florida.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans on October 27, 2020 to discuss the latest Consumer Confidence Index from The Conference Board and its potential effects on the election.

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Consumers Bullish On Future Economy

Posted on September 29, 2020 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/09/29/consumer-confidence-rebounds-in-septemberaheres-why.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange with Kelly Evans on 9/29/20 to discuss The Conference Board’s latest Consumer Confidence Index, expected economic improvements, and the upcoming holiday season.

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Bankruptcies May Skyrocket

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/07/02/may-retail-sales-artificially-buoyed-steve-odland.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange on July 2, 2020 to discuss a projected wave of bankruptcies as the Covid-19 crisis continues.

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Businesses Need Liquidity To Survive

Posted on April 28, 2020 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/04/28/retailers-will-need-more-liquidity-steve-odland.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange on April 28, 2020 to discuss the latest Consumer Confidence results, the need to reopen the economy safely, and the need for continued liquidity for businesses.

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Companies Should Prepare Supply Chain For Coronavirus

Posted on February 28, 2020 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2020/02/28/focus-on-supply-chain-and-customer-interaction-due-to-coronavirus-pro.html? Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s The Exchange program on February 28, 2020 to discuss the Coronavirus, its potential impact on the economy, and what companies should be doing to prepare.

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Phase I Trade Deal A Good Start

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Steve Odland

Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’c The Exchange on December 17, 2019 to discuss the Phase I trade deal between the US and China and it’s potential impact on corporate investments and CEO Confidence.

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Global Consumer Confidence At Record High

Posted on October 9, 2019 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2019/10/09/trade-is-driving-the-drop-in-ceo-confidence-conference-board-ceo.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street on 10/9/19 to discuss The Conference Board’s Global Consumer Confidence Index, trade, recession fears, etc.

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Tariffs Not Eroding Consumer Confidence

Posted on June 12, 2019 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2019/06/12/the-question-is-how-will-tariffs-impact-the-consumer-says-expert.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Closing Bell 6/12/19 to discuss the US tariffs on China and the impact on the US consumer.

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Health Savings Accounts Crucial For Millennials

Posted on April 14, 2019 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2019/04/11/heres-how-to-get-the-most-tax-benefits-out-of-a-health-savings-account.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s “The Exchange” on 4/11/19 to discuss Health Savings Accounts and their relative merits versus IRAs as a tax efficient vehicle to save and cover out of pocket medical costs.

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Consumer Confidence Index Does Not Show Recession

Posted on December 28, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/12/28/former-office-depot-ceo-consumer-confidence-align-economic-slowdown.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Squawk Alley on 12/28/18 to discuss The Conference Board’s Consumer Confidence Index.  The consumer data do not forecast an imminent recession.

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Consumer Confidence Strong

Posted on November 27, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://caching.grabien.com/c/streams/0510/UakuEK5dSoxILjGGz_JSnA/1543405933/510801.mp4?key=UakuEK5dSoxILjGGz_JSnA Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Power Lunch program on November 27, 2018 to discuss the Administration’s China negotiations, the Consumer Confidence Index, and the Consumer Expectations Index.

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Early Signs Of Global Slowdown

Posted on November 16, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/11/16/is-an-economic-slowdown-imminent.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Power Lunch program on November 16, 2018 to discuss early warning signs of a potential slowdown in the global economy.

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Consumer Confidence At 18 Year High

Posted on October 30, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/10/30/consumer-confidence-rises-to-highest-level-in-18-years.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Power Lunch October 30, 2018,  to discuss the latest Consumer Confidence Index results from The Conference Board.

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Interest Rates Threaten Goldilocks Economy

Posted on October 22, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/10/22/were-in-a-goldilocks-economy-and-people-fear-interest-rates-will-impact-that-expert-says.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Power Lunch on October 22, 2018 to discuss CEO’s worry about interest rates and their potential effect on the US economy.

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Worker Satisfaction At Highest Level Since 2005

Posted on August 31, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/08/31/us-workers-report-highest-job-satisfaction-since-2005.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street program on August 31, 2018 to discuss the new Conference Board survey results on worker satisfaction, consumer confidence, and the economy.

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Consumer Confidence In Economy Very High

Posted on July 31, 2018 by Steve Odland

https://www.cnbc.com/video/2018/07/31/consumer-confidence-trade-economy.html Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Power Lunch on July 31, 2018 to discuss The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index. The July results show continued very high confidence in the economy tied to growth and job creation.

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National Priorities Will Prevail

Posted on November 12, 2016 by Steve Odland

http://video.cnbc.com/gallery/?video=3000567039 Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Squawk on the Street on November 10, 2016 to discuss the election of Donald Trump and the likely policy focus of his Administration.

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Change The Laws, Don’t Bash Business

Posted on March 12, 2016 by Steve Odland

http://video.cnbc.com/gallery/?video=3000500523 Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Squawk On The Street 3/11/16 to argue that businesses simply follow the laws passed by Congress.  Politicians should stop bashing business for the outcomes but should simply change the laws instead.

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Business Community Must Engage In Election Debate

Posted on March 10, 2016 by Steve Odland

http://video.cnbc.com/gallery/?video=3000500467 Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Squawk On The Street March 10, 2016 to discuss the 2016 U.S. Presidential Elections.

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GE Headquarters Move: Shot Heard Around The Country

Posted on January 13, 2016 by Steve Odland

http://video.cnbc.com/gallery/?video=3000480103 Steve Odland appeared on CNBC’s Power Lunch program on January 13, 2016 to discuss GE’s move of their headquarters from Connecticut to Boston.

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VW Has Long Road Back To Recovery

Posted on September 26, 2015 by Steve Odland

VW Has Long Road Back To Recovery Continue reading →

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