Fed Rate Cut Risks Market Stability

🤳9th September 2024 | Yellen Confident in U.S. Economic Soft Landing, Iran Sends Ballistic Missiles to Russia, iPhone 16 Supercycle at Risk Due to AI Delays, Lions Win Overtime Game with Williams’ Performance, Donors Push to Replace FTC and SEC Chairs, Wildfires in California and Nevada Lead to Evacuations, and more!

Hey there scroller🤳

Ready for another day’s headstart with some fresh news?

If your pal sent this to you, then subscribe to stay the most informed person in the room😉

BUSINESS & ECONOMY

⚠️ Fed's Big Rate Cut Could Risk Market Stability

George Lagarias, chief economist at Forvis Mazars, cautions that a significant Fed rate cut this month could unsettle markets and suggest an exaggerated threat of an impending recession. With the Federal Reserve expected to lower rates during its Sept. 17-18 meeting, Lagarias advocates for a modest quarter-point reduction. He warns, “It would be very dangerous if they went there without a specific reason.” 

🧑‍💼 U.S. adds 142K jobs in August, signaling a steady market slowdown 

The U.S. added 142,000 jobs in August, marking a slower but steady recovery, with growth in construction and healthcare sectors. The unemployment rate rose to 3.8%. Revisions for June and July showed 110,000 fewer jobs than initially reported. Fed Chair Jerome Powell hinted at interest rate cuts, stating, "the time has come" to ease financial conditions.

🚦 Yellen Sees No Warning Signs for US Soft Landing 

Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen expressed confidence that the U.S. economy is healthy, signaling that recent cooler job data points to a "soft landing" rather than a recession. Despite weaker job growth, Yellen noted no significant layoffs and emphasized the economy's recovery from the pandemic. She highlighted steady progress in reducing inflation, stating, “I don’t see red lights flashing." 

TOGETHER WITH SMART RECOGNITION

New AI tool lets you Capture leads without opt-in forms!

Introducing Smart Recognition, the AI tool designed to identify and capture the email addresses of your anonymous website traffic. 🎯

With 'Machine Fingerprinting' technology, Smart Recognition matches your unknown website traffic with associated email addresses from a 220+ million online shopper database. 🌐

Some of the biggest brands are using this technology to

  • Capture the email addresses of up to 40% of anonymous website Traffic. 

  • Grow their Email list 10x faster. 

  • Email irresistible offers to prospects browsing their site.

  • Send more abandoned cart emails to people who don't complete checkout.

  • Add those email addresses to Meta remarketing audiences.

No more missed opportunities! Say goodbye to opt-in forms and hello to increased lead generation and higher ROI.  Yes… it’s CAN SPAM Compliant

WORLD

🚀 Iran Sends Hundreds of Ballistic Missiles to Russia

Source - Asgaripour/WANA/Reuters

Iran has sent over 200 Fath-360 ballistic missiles to Russia, sparking what Kyiv calls a "serious escalation" in Tehran's support for Moscow. These missiles, with a range of 120 km, are expected to hit Ukraine's energy infrastructure and cities. Ukrainian officials warned this allows Russia to deploy more advanced Kinzhal missiles. The US called it a “dramatic escalation.” Iran dismissed the claims as “completely baseless.” 

🚨 Israeli Protesters Shut Down Tel Aviv, Urge Captives’ Release 

Source - Ariel Schalit/AP Photo

Israeli protests erupted with 750,000 demonstrators across Tel Aviv and other cities, demanding Prime Minister Netanyahu secure a deal to free over 100 captives still in Gaza. The protests followed the military’s recovery of six bodies from a Gaza tunnel. With 500,000 in Tel Aviv, protesters blame the government’s stalled military strategy. Former captive Danielle Aloni declared, “We will not forgive.” 

💥 Israeli Airstrikes in Syria Kill 14, Injure 40+

Israeli airstrikes in central Syria on Sunday night killed 14 and injured 43, according to Syrian state media. The strikes hit a research facility in Masyaf and Iranian militia sites in Hama province, causing fires and infrastructure damage. Locations near Tartous were also affected. Israel frequently targets such sites to limit Iranian influence. Syrian Observatory for Human Rights stated, "Israel is committed to curbing Iranian presence."

SCIENCE & TECH

📉 iPhone 16 'Supercycle' at Risk from Apple AI Delays

Apple Intelligence's slow rollout could impede the iPhone 16 "supercycle," delaying key AI features until 2025. Regional limitations in the EU and China, which heavily impact Apple’s revenue, further complicate the timeline. Analysts initially predicted the AI features would drive mass upgrades, but delays might hinder this potential.

🚀 Elon Musk Announces Starship’s First Mars Mission Timeline

Elon Musk revealed that SpaceX's Starship will make its first uncrewed trip to Mars in 2026, during the next Earth-Mars transfer window, testing landing reliability. Crewed missions are set for 2028, marking a significant step towards making life interplanetary. Musk emphasized, “Being multiplanetary will vastly increase the probable lifespan of consciousness." Regulatory approval is still pending for future launches.

SPORTS & ENTERTAINMENT

🚨 Miami-Dade Officer Suspended After Tyreek Hill Detained

Source - Rebecca Blackwell/AP

Miami Dolphins wide receiver Tyreek Hill was detained and handcuffed by police just hours before a game against the Jaguars, leading to a Miami-Dade officer being placed on administrative leave. Hill was stopped near Hard Rock Stadium and cited for reckless driving and driving without a license. Body camera footage of the incident is under review. Reflecting on the situation, Hill remarked, “What if I wasn’t Tyreek Hill?”

🏈 Lions Edge Rams in OT with Williams' Breakout Performance

Source - AP Photo/David Dermer

Lions clinched a dramatic 26-20 overtime win over the Rams, driven by Jameson Williams' standout game, including a 52-yard touchdown catch. Jared Goff contributed with 217 passing yards, while David Montgomery's overtime rushing touchdown secured the victory. Despite Matthew Stafford's 317 yards, the Rams couldn't close the gap. Goff noted, "We kept fighting until the end."

🎬 'Shogun' Sets Record with 14 Emmys, Jamie Lee Curtis Wins First

Source - AP news

"Shogun" set a new record, winning 14 Emmys at the Creative Arts ceremony, including awards for costumes, makeup, editing, stunts, and cinematography. Néstor Carbonell took home the Best Guest Actor in a Drama Emmy. Jamie Lee Curtis won her first Emmy for "The Bear" in Best Guest Actress after her Oscar win. Curtis said, “I’m the luckiest girl in the world."

OTHER NEWS

🔥 Kamala Harris’ Donors Push to Fire FTC’s Khan, SEC’s Gensler

Source - Yahoo News

Major Democratic donors are urging Kamala Harris to replace FTC Chair Lina Khan and SEC Chair Gary Gensler if she wins in November. Khan is criticized for blocking major tech mergers, which donors say stifles economic growth. Gensler faces backlash for imposing tough regulations, particularly on the digital asset industry. Harris is pressured to balance pro-business growth with progressive ideals.

🔥 Wildfires in California, Nevada Prompt Mass Evacuations

Source - Apu Gomes/Getty Images

Wildfires in California and Nevada have forced over 31,000 people to evacuate, with structures at risk and air quality deteriorating. The Line Fire in San Bernardino County and the Davis Fire in Nevada are the most concerning, driven by extreme heat and winds. UCLA climate scientist Daniel Swain stated, "Fire conditions are complicating containment efforts."

🔒 Trump Vows to Jail Rivals, Claims Election Theft

Donald Trump, the Republican presidential nominee, has pledged to jail individuals involved in voting-related activities for the 2024 election, suggesting the election may be stolen from him without evidence. His remarks, made on Saturday via social media, echo his 2020 claims of election fraud. Trump said those responsible for cheating will face prosecution declaring, “We cannot let our Country further devolve into a Third World Nation.”

THIS DAY THAT YEAR

Source - Britannica

On 9 September 2015, Queen Elizabeth II made history by becoming Britain's longest-reigning monarch, surpassing the reign of her great-great-grandmother Queen Victoria. Two years later, on 6 February 2017, she reached another milestone, becoming the first British monarch to celebrate a Sapphire Jubilee, marking 65 years on the throne.

BRAIN TEASER

Created by man. There you stand, but don't stand over here. Understand? I'm invisible, yet oddly divisional. I follow rivers and cross continents. What am I?

Nailed it or stumped? Hit us with a reply and find the correct answer 🎯

Here’s what Friday’s teaser was:

Spelled forwards is a type of rodent that you might find in drains, spelled backward is something that you cannot touch but see it everyday at night. What is this word?

The answer is: Rats, star

Thanks for scrolling with us! 

Catch up on what you missed by checking out our past issues here. And if you’re in the mood for more bite-sized, 60 words content nuggets? Check out our other daily newsletter.

Marketing Scroll: Get all the Marketing news that truly matters delivered to your inbox in 60-word quick reads, giving you everything in under 3 minutes a day! 

Want to share Daily Scroll with a Pal? Forward this email and invite them to join our community of savvy scroll-ers.

We'd love to hear your feedback on today's issue of Daily Scroll! Simply reply to this email and share your thoughts on how we can improve our content and format. 

Have a great day and see you Tomorrow🕺