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title: "Markets & Economic Update for August 2024: Is the Fed Behind the Curve?"
description: Senior leaders of Hancock Whitney's Asset Management team discuss the latest economic news in this month's Markets & Economic Update - August 2024.
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# [Markets & Economic Update for August 2024: Is the Fed Behind the Curve?](https://www.hancockwhitney.com/insights/markets-economic-update-for-august-2024)

 Written by [David Lundgren, CFA®](https://www.hancockwhitney.com/insights/author/david-lundgren-cfa) | August 8, 2024

Each month, senior leaders of Hancock Whitney's Asset Management team discuss the latest news and events that impact markets and the economy.

## This month:

The team provides updates on market volatility, inflation trends, and the earnings season news. Plus, a discussion on next steps for the Fed and the upcoming election.

### August 2024 Markets and Economic Outlook Webinar

[View full post](https://www.hancockwhitney.com/insights/markets-economic-update-for-august-2024)

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