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The Federal Reserve’s much-anticipated "soft landing" has hit a patch of turbulence, with the latest numbers confirming a significant deceleration in the final quarter of 2025. Growth forecasts have been pared back to an anemic range of 1.2% to 1.8%, with the combined drag of persistent policy uncertainty and rising tariffs finally hitting the consumer. The job market, once a steadfast engine, is now sputtering, with unemployment nudging past 4.5% and continuing its upward trend. In a move that surprised no one on Wall Street but startled everyone on Main Street, the Fed cut rates again—a clear signal that controlling a stubborn reacceleration of inflation (now hovering well over the 3% target) has taken a back seat to staving off a full-blown recession. Your coffee may cost more thanks to those new tariffs, but at least your mortgage rate might come down... eventually.

While the U.S. frets over its domestic slowdown, the global economy is tapping the brakes, too, with projected growth hovering just north of 3%. The persistent risks from geopolitical hotspots—particularly the simmering conflicts in the Middle East and the protracted war in Ukraine—have once again tightened the screws on energy prices. Every barrel of oil now carries a "geopolitical premium," threatening to reverse the hard-won gains against global inflation and injecting a fresh wave of volatility into markets. Meanwhile, the latest round of retaliatory trade tariffs between major economies has transformed the global supply chain from a smooth-running machine into a bureaucratic maze, leaving multinational CEOs questioning if "global" is still a profitable business model. The takeaway: The world is feeling a little smaller and a lot more expensive.

October's dreary economic data has officially kicked off the next round of political maneuvering in Washington, D.C. With the new Administration nearing its one-year mark, attention has predictably turned from policy making to policy blaming. Congress is gripped by a familiar gridlock as the majority party scrambles to shield itself from voter frustration over the cost of living and rising job insecurity, while the opposition is already sharpening its talking points for next year’s midterm cycle. Key policy debates, especially those concerning new immigration strategies and the efficacy of recent tariff increases, have been completely overshadowed by finger-pointing. The net result is a capital city that’s generating more heat than light, leaving business leaders to simply wait out the political storm—and keep an eye on the Fed.

It’s the most wonderful time of the year for sports fans, as the crisp October air is filled with the crack of a bat and the roar of a playoff crowd. This week culminated with Game 7 of the World Series, delivering a classic finish that had baseball fans simultaneously cheering and panicking about their streaming passwords. The shift of major playoff games and season openers—like the NBA and NHL kicking off this week—to exclusive streaming platforms has fully cemented the era of "fragmented fandom." While the on-field product remains thrilling, the off-field narrative is all about technology: which new, must-have sports streaming service you need to pay for just to watch your team. The leagues are raking in record media rights deals, but fans are just trying to figure out which remote controls the TV.

The Entertainment and Media industry's big headline this week confirms what we’ve suspected for months: AI is officially out of the experimental lab and squarely in the writers’ room and production studio. Industry forecasts show the generative AI boom reshaping creative workflows, as studios leverage its speed and scale to cut costs and develop new content streams. Meanwhile, the undisputed king remains OTT video (that's streaming, for the purists). The U.S. streaming market continues to be the largest and most influential in the world, yet the battle for subscriber attention is more brutal than ever. The current strategy? More niche content, shorter engagement times, and integrating more subtle advertising into your viewing experience. Don't be surprised if your favorite new sci-fi show feels a little bit like a very expensive-looking infomercial.

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There comes a point in every adult’s life when you realize Halloween isn’t about pillowcases full of candy anymore—it’s about finding your car keys while wearing vampire teeth and wondering why your “temporary” green face paint is still on after three showers.

Let’s be honest: we adults have claimed Halloween as our unofficial “permission slip” to eat chocolate for breakfast and pretend we’re 25 again (with slightly better snacks and much better wine). The kids get the sugar rush; we get the cocktail buzz—and that’s balance, right?

Now, don’t get me wrong—costumes are fun. Who doesn’t love the chance to be a pirate, a superhero, or a sexy tax accountant for one night? But here’s the thing: costumes aren’t required to celebrate. Sometimes the best Halloween night involves fuzzy socks, a scary movie you’ll only watch with the lights on, and a bag of Reese’s that was totally meant for trick-or-treaters.

If you do go out, remember: adult Halloween parties are a different kind of spooky. The horror isn’t the haunted house—it’s realizing the “mystery punch” has more spirits than the local cemetery.

So this Halloween, skip the tricks. Pour yourself something delicious—maybe a spiced latte or that seasonal stout you’ve been saving—and enjoy the treat of being old enough to decide your own bedtime.

Because let’s face it: grown-up Halloween isn’t about the costumes or the candy. It’s about reclaiming your inner kid… but with better snacks, good company, and a hangover plan.

Here is an idea. Try a “Boo Brew”—your favorite dark roast coffee spiked with a splash of bourbon cream and topped with cinnamon. It’s wickedly good, no costume required. Remember, You don’t need a costume to have a good time—just good company, great coffee, recently I tried Afuera Coffee, and the freedom to enjoy life’s little treats without the tricks.

Thank you for spending your time reading Sunday in a Sip, and I’m looking forward to giving you a special moment next Sunday so keep on sipping.

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