In this podcast, John & Sam exchange perspectives on current events that are impacting our economy and influencing investment strategies. Trading Perspectives is hosted by Oakworth Capital Bank's Chief Economist, John Norris along with Associate Managing Director and Portfolio Manager, Sam Clement.
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Jul 21, 2021
Recent studies suggest reducing the workweek might actually increase worker productivity. So, is it a good idea to ease the time constraints on workers in order for them to produce more? It might seem counterintuitive, but the results don’t lie. Or do they? After all, do employers pay for output or time? That is the question. This week, John and Sam tackle the so-called 4-day work week to see whether it is good for the economy or much ado about nothing. Gen Z versus Gen X.