Economy, AI, Debt, Wealth Gap, Real Estate, and the Upcoming U.S. Midterm Elections

The economy, AI, debt, wealth gap, real estate, and the upcoming U.S. midterm elections—these seemingly independent events are all interlinked within the same macroeconomic picture. In this session, we will explore 5 hot topics that everyone is concerned about: 1️⃣ Where is the economy, both in the U.S. and globally, headed in the age of AI? Artificial intelligence is reshaping productivity, employment, and industry structure. Will AI ultimately bring about a new wave of economic prosperity, or will it intensify employment pressure and the wealth gap? How will ordinary people's jobs, incomes, and lives be affected? 2️⃣ Why has global debt continued to rise since World War II? From post-war economic reconstruction to today, U.S. debt has surpassed $40 trillion. Why does debt keep increasing while politicians and the market seem not that worried? Is there really a “ceiling” to government debt? 3️⃣ Why is the wealth gap in the U.S. getting wider? Over the past few decades, the U.S. economy has consistently grown, but the extent to which different classes share the economic fruits has diverged increasingly. Is the issue rooted in income distribution, tax systems, capital returns, or globalization and technological advancement? 4️⃣ Why is the U.S. real estate market continuously sluggish? When might a turnaround occur? Since April of this year, the real estate market has noticeably weakened. Which factors—high interest rates, mortgage costs, inventory, employment, or consumer confidence—are the most critical? When might the real estate market see a true turnaround? 5️⃣ U.S. midterm elections: Will there be a “flip” in both houses? As the midterm elections approach, the competition between the Democratic and Republican parties is once again in the market spotlight. How will the seating arrangement in the House of Representatives and the Senate change? How will the election results impact future fiscal, tax, trade, and economic policies? 📊 This is not just a lecture; it is also an opportunity to revisit everything happening around us from a macroeconomic perspective. We welcome everyone to come with questions, look at data, seek logic, and discern trends. It’s both a lecture and a party, with a simple dinner provided; feel free to bring food.