Podcast: The Four Stages of an Economic Slowdown | Eric Basmajian

Eric Basmajian shares how he forecast the economic slowdown and potential solutions to the growth problem

article-image
share

On this episode of “On the Margin,” Blockworks Co-founder Mike Ippolito is joined by returning guest Eric Basmajian, founder of EPB Macro Research. After correctly identifying signs of decelerating growth months ahead of most, Eric comes back to the podcast to share how he forecast the economic slowdown.

As the yield curve inverts, GDP numbers begin downward revisions and investors deal with soaring prices across the whole commodity complex. Eric lays out the major warning signs that can help identify cyclical changes in the economy.

Referencing Edward E. Leamer’s paper “Housing IS the Business Cycle,” Eric also gives listeners a crash course on the connection between housing and economic growth. To hear more, tune in!

They also cover:

  • solutions to the growth problem
  • risk assets
  • and so much more

Watch the full episode below! 👇

“On the Margin” is a two-part show. Once a week, Mike interviews industry experts. At the end of the week, he is joined by a co-host where they break down the top crypto and macro stories. Episodes go live every Wednesday and Saturday morning.

Subscribe to “On the Margin” today on Apple or Spotify, or watch episodes on YouTube.


Get the day’s top crypto news and insights delivered to your inbox every evening. Subscribe to Blockworks’ free newsletter now.


Tags

Upcoming Events

Javits Center North | 445 11th Ave

Tues - Thurs, March 18 - 20, 2025

Blockworks’ Digital Asset Summit (DAS) will feature conversations between the builders, allocators, and legislators who will shape the trajectory of the digital asset ecosystem in the US and abroad.

recent research

Research

article-image

Two stablecoin firms made announcements this week, with one raising an undisclosed amount and Paxos expanding into the EU through an acquisition

article-image

The president-elect nominated Cantor Fitzgerald CEO Howard Lutnick to run the commerce department

article-image

Plus, Suntory Group tokenizes Premium Malt’s beer on Avalanche

article-image

Today we’re bringing you some interesting data to recap Solana’s landmark day

article-image

One federal judge’s rulings this week found that the SEC had overstepped its authority and must vacate the Dealer Rule

article-image

Holiday gatherings are often a time investors discuss their investment journeys and gains, sparking curiosity