Jason Schenker

President/Chief Economist

Jason Schenker is president and founder at Prestige Economics LLC.

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Bloomberg Opinion

Aluminum Is the Market to Watch Closely in 2019

The metal has become a better gauge of economic growth than copper, partly because demand is more broadly distributed.

January 9, 2019

January 9, 2019

OpinionJason Schenker

Aluminum Is the Market to Watch Closely in 2019

The metal has become a better gauge of economic growth than copper, partly because demand is more broadly distributed.

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April 25, 2018

April 25, 2018

OpinionJason Schenker

Euro Bulls Need to Show a Little Patience

There is less downside risk to the euro-zone economy than the U.S. economy.

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April 24, 2018

April 24, 2018

OpinionJason Schenker

Oil's Surge Is Mainly About Demand, Not OPEC

The next move in the price of crude will probably hinge on U.S. consumers and the global economy.

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April 17, 2018

April 17, 2018

OpinionJason Schenker

IMF's Rosy Outlook Contains a Caveat for Investors

The report suggests the economic growth outlook, commodity prices and equity markets are all at risk of dropping.

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April 3, 2018

April 3, 2018

OpinionJason Schenker

Trade Tensions Are Already Hitting Industrial-Metal Prices

Tit-for-tat sanctions by the U.S. and China threaten global growth.

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January 24, 2018

January 24, 2018

OpinionJason Schenker

The Euro's Surprises May Just Be Getting Started

The realities of a strong economy will put pressure on the ECB to start mapping out an exit strategy from its ultra-accommodative measures.

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January 23, 2018

January 23, 2018

OpinionJason Schenker

IMF Outlook Adds to the Allure of Oil and Metals

Commodity-focused nations are likely to benefit significantly from a global economy that appears to be firing on all cylinders.

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December 12, 2017

December 12, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Gold's Headwinds Are Getting Stronger

Once the Republican tax cuts are signed into law, there is likely to be more upside for equities and further downside risk for the precious metal.

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December 7, 2017

December 7, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Potential for ECB Surprise Boosts Euro's Appeal

While the dollar could strengthen on expectations of more U.S. economic growth and tighter monetary policy, the euro zone is approaching escape velocity.

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December 4, 2017

December 4, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

With OPEC Meeting Done, Economy Set to Drive Oil

Oil demand is the most important driver of prices in the short term, and OPEC’s forecasts for demand in the year ahead are strong.

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November 27, 2017

November 27, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

War of Words Threatens to Upend OPEC Meeting

Geopolitical tensions could dash traders’ hopes for an agreement to extend oil production cuts.

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November 13, 2017

November 13, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Natural Gas Prices Are on a Tear

Lows for the year are likely behind us, but the highs may not be.

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November 2, 2017

November 2, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Get Used to These Higher Oil Prices

Rising demand and falling inventory are not just a U.S. phenomenon.

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October 30, 2017

October 30, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

The Dollar's Enjoying a Renaissance

The greenback could keep pushing higher if U.S. tax cuts happen.

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October 13, 2017

October 13, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Higher Oil Prices May Not Be So Temporary

Demand is bolstered by increasing global growth and expanding Chinese manufacturing.

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September 26, 2017

September 26, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

The Fed Is Holding Back the Dollar

The central bank's decision to begin reducing its balance sheet is just one of many indicators that global monetary policy is changing.

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September 1, 2017

September 1, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Harvey Could Alter Fed's Inflation Calculations

The storm could make the data signals harder to read by sending growth lower and gasoline prices higher.

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August 4, 2017

August 4, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Job Growth Won't Change the Fed's Mind on Rates

There's no sign of inflation with so many people staying out of the labor market.

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July 28, 2017

July 28, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Stronger Growth Can't Save Dollar as Policy Risks Rise

The IMF seems to be warning us that U.S. fiscal policy disappointment is coming.

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July 14, 2017

July 14, 2017

OpinionJason Schenker

Low CPI Could Alter Fed's Balance-Sheet Plans

Inflation data for June casts doubt on the central bank's ability to meet its 2 percent goal.

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