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Despite warning signs, Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales still break records.The group discusses Black Friday shopping and whether it is bigger than Cyber Monday. They mention that while the sales were up when inflation is taken into account, there was no real progress made. The speakers discuss the market and Black Friday and mention that the rail strike and protests in China are having negative impacts on the economy.The speakers discuss the possibility of an upcoming recession, citing several indicators that suggest it may be on the horizon. These include the recent inversion of the yield curve, the decreasing price of oil, and banks' unwillingness to loan money. They also note that the White House has started to take steps to prepare for a recession, such as replenishing the oil reserves.Are Black Friday and Cyber Monday sales, and whether or not they are indicative of a strong economy? The group discusses how businesses and employees are impacted by a weak economy, and how the recent sales numbers may not be as strong as they seem.0:01:51The Market This Week: A Look at Black Friday and Earnings Season0:03:31The Impact of Economic Indicators on the Federal Reserve's Decision-making0:05:28The Impact of the Resilient Consumer on Businesses0:07:29The Impact of Black Friday and Cyber Monday on the Economy0:10:20The Impact of Economic Uncertainty on the Stock Market0:12:34The Impact of High Consumer Debt on the Economy0:13:58The Impact of the Railroad Strikes on the Stock Market0:15:27The Impact of a Potential Railroad Strike on the U.S. Economy0:23:38The Impact of China Lockdowns on the Stock Market0:25:15Apple and Twitter's Feud Could Impact the Stock Market0:28:56Apple and Tesla's Feud: Why Elon Musk is Picking a Fight