In this episode of 'The Long and Short of the Week Ahead' from Eurizon SLJ Capital, Matt Jones and Senior Portfolio Manager Neil Staines discuss anticipated macroeconomic themes. Key topics include the upcoming US employment report, the volatile financial markets sparked by the Trump-Musk confrontation, and ongoing trade negotiations involving the US, Japan, and India. They also delve into significant decisions by the European Central Bank (ECB), expected data points from the UK, and the current political backdrop in Poland. Additionally, the show ends on a lighter note discussing weekend sports and personal long and short positions.

00:00 Introduction and Welcome
00:29 US Economic Outlook and Key Events
03:10 European Central Bank Decisions and Implications
05:38 UK Economic Indicators and Projections
08:23 Closing Remarks and Disclaimers

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