A recession is ‘certainly on the table,’ says Carlyle Group CEO Harvey Schwartz

Apr 21, 2025

Article from Business Insider by Mia Jankowicz

Article Synopsis

Carlyle Group CEO Harvey Schwartz said a U.S. recession is possible but not certain, citing ongoing economic uncertainty from President Trump’s tariff policies. He warned that market instability, especially from a potential trade war with China, is already disrupting global trade and business decision-making. While a recession could be avoided if markets stabilize, Schwartz emphasized the importance of finding economic equilibrium with China and urged business leaders to prepare for continued volatility.

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