"U.S. Braces for Simultaneous Economic Shocks: Experts Sound the Alarm"

The U.S. economy is facing the convergence of five economic shocks that could disrupt the anticipated "soft landing." These shocks include the potential government shutdown, rising oil prices, the United Auto Workers' strike, the resumption of student loan payments, and nearing 8% mortgage rates. These factors pose risks to economic growth, inflation, consumer spending, and the housing market, creating uncertainty for the Federal Reserve's monetary policy.