Outlook 2024 by Nilesh Shah: An overview Globally, in 2023, central banks struck a fine balance between growth and inflation and raised interest rates to keep inflation under check while retaining extra liquidity to support growth. The governments provided fiscal support to boost growth. Outcome was miraculous like- falling inflation though above central bank’s target range, accelerated growth though on fiscal crutches and tight labour markets. Will miracle continue in 2024? Never say never, but miracles don’t happen often too! GLOBAL GROWTH WILL SLOW DOWN IN 2024 The brakes put by central bankers will play its part in slowing growth. the government may have to pursue the path of fiscal prudence as deficit and debt burdens are at record levels. Slowing growth, high debt burden and elections will push central bankers to become Santa in CY24 even against their wish. MARKET BELIEVES US FED WILL BE THE FIRST OFF...