- 3 Dec 2018
- By Blu Putnam
- Topics: Economic Events
The Fed's rate hikes have underpinned the U.S. dollar for nearly two years. Equities, GDP growth and the widening deficit could alter its path in 2019.
About the Presenter
Bluford “Blu” Putnam has served as Managing Director and Chief Economist of CME Group since May 2011. With more than 35 years of experience in the financial services industry and concentrations in central banking, investment research, and portfolio management, Blu serves as CME Group’s spokesperson on global economic conditions.
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