
Macroeconomic Erosion and the Retail Pivot: Labor Slumps, EV Volatility, and the Rise of Social Commerce
The U.S. labor market is flashing red as unemployment hits a four-year high, signaling that the economy is finally buckling under the weight of policy uncertainty. Meanwhile, a tectonic shift in retail sees TikTok Shop rapidly cannibalizing the market share of traditional giants like Amazon and Target. Dr. Lena Khan breaks down why the current slowdown isn't just a seasonal dip, but a fundamental recalibration of global trade and consumer behavior.