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Fed Policy
How The Global Landscape is Impacting the Economy
Today Tom Fitzgerald and Joe Keating discuss the current global landscape, including ongoing U.S. politics, developments in the Fed, and the ongoing war with Iran. They tie it all back to how they impact the economy and one’s investments. Register for The Elevate Banking Forum here. Register for The Deposit Conference here. The views,…
Breaking Down the 2026 Economic Landscape with Joe Keating
Today Joe Keating joins Tom Fitzgerald to reflect on where we left off in 2025 and discuss the economic outlook for 2026. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees. SouthState Bank, N.A. –…
The State of the U.S. Economy with Dr. Elliot Eisenberg
Today we feature a backstage conversation recorded on October 28th at the 2025 Elevate Banking Forum. Tom Fitzgerald from SouthState sits down with Dr. Elliot Eisenberg to discuss the current state of the U.S. Economy. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily…
The Fed Lowers Rates: What it Means for the Economy and Your Bank
Today Tom Fitzgerald sits down with Brian Barker, Chief Investment Officer here at SouthState Bank. They talk about the recent rate cut by the Fed and what it means for the economy and community banks. REGISTER FOR THE ELEVATE BANKING FORUM The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of…
How Lenders Can Use LinkedIn to Create Value for Your Bank with Owen LaFave
Today we bring on Owen LaFave, Market President at the Bank of Tampa. He tells us all about how he uses LinkedIn to create value for himself and his bank. Owen’s advice in today’s episode could inform your LinkedIn strategy to create value for your clients and to meet new prospects. Learn more about…
Where Does the Economy go from Here? A Conversation with Joe Keating
Today Tom Fitzgerald sits down with series regular Joe Keating. They discuss the latest trends in the current economy and the outlook for interest rates. LEARN MORE ABOUT ELEVATE HERE. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of…
Current Economic Trends and Projections with Joe Keating
Today, Tom Fitzgerald and Joe Keating sit down to discuss the economic outlook as we near the end of the 2025 first quarter. They touch on current economic trends, projections, and the impacts of tariffs, rates, and various other topics. TAKE THE ARC GUIDED TOUR HERE The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show…
Joe Keating’s Economic Outlook for 2025
Today we bring back Joe Keating, SVP & Senior Portfolio Manager here at SouthState, to provide his economic outlook for 2025. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees. SouthState Bank, N.A. – Member FDIC…
Takeaways from the Fed’s Jackson Hole Symposium with Joe Keating
Today Tom Fitzgerald and Joe Keating discuss the Fed’s recent Jackson Hole symposium, outlook for monetary policy, and overall implications for the broader economy. VIEW AGENDA AND REGISTER FOR THE ELEVATE FORUM HERE The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those…
The Fed is Getting Ready to Move… Are You?
Today Tom Fitzgerald and Lelia Coggins from our fixed-income strategies group discuss the recent developments in the bond market, the economic picture overall, and what it means for community banks like yours. CLICK HERE TO SUBSCRIBE TO TOM’S FRIDAY FIVE NEWSLETTER The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the…
When Will the Fed Start Cutting Rates? Economic Outlook with Joe Keating
Today Tom Fitzgerald welcomes Joe Keating back to the podcast. Joe serves as Senior Portfolio Manager at SouthState Wealth and is a regular contributor to the podcast. They discuss Joe’s economic forecast and when the Fed might start cutting rates. Subscribe to Tom’s Friday Five Newsletter Here The views, information, or opinions expressed during this…
Will We have a Soft Landing? Economic Update with Joe Keating
This week we turn our attention back to the economy and bring on Joe Keating, a familiar guest and Co-Chief Investment Officer of NBC Securities. The views, information, or opinions expressed during this show are solely those of the participants involved and do not necessarily represent those of SouthState Bank and its employees. SouthState Bank,…