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David Zervos, head of European fixed income at Franklin Templeton, states that levels of complacency at such an extreme are never a good sign. The danger signals—those ominous indicators of potential economic downturns—are starting to flicker, suggesting that the situation might devolve sooner rather than later.
The Risk of Economic Downturns
As many analysts point out, the risks of an economic downturn stemming from policy mistakes made by central banks are alarmingly high. Missteps, especially in how central banks manage interest rates, can lead to severe consequences for the broader economic landscape. There are already concerning signs in Europe and the United States, with economic momentum rolling over in recent reports.