Can you decouple parts of the economy from another and still have a strong recovery? That’s the question the U.S. economy is facing today, and the so-called “K-shaped” recovery is sending mixed-messages depending on where you look.
A K-shaped recovery is one where parts of the economy are experiencing robust growth and strong demand while others are struggling with viability and profitability. The divergence can occur among groups of people, industry sectors, or business segments.
Currently, the economic growth in the top part of the K has been nothing short of remarkable while the bottom half continues to rebound slowly.
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