What High Gas Prices Do to the Economy
For advisors fielding client questions about energy costs and inflation, it offers a concise example of how Fisher Investments frames the issue for investors.
Summary
By the markets & outlook deskIn this video, Ken Fisher argues that higher gasoline prices are not the economic threat many investors assume, because the economy has become more energy efficient. He also says current pump prices are lower in inflation-adjusted terms than past highs, citing roughly 30% cumulative inflation since 2020.
- Ken Fisher says higher gas prices are not the growth threat many investors think.
- He points to greater energy efficiency in the economy as an offset.
- He notes today’s higher gas prices are not as high as past prices when adjusted for inflation.
- He says cumulative inflation since 2020 is around 30%, making a $100 barrel today equivalent to about $70 then.
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