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09.08.26 Ask An Advisor With Wes Moss

8 Sep 2026 · 36 min

Why the "K-Shaped" Economy is WRONG & What Rising Interest Rates Mean for You

Is the "K-shaped" economy an accurate description of what Americans are experiencing today? Wes breaks down why the economy looks less like a "K" and more like an "E" — and what that means for your money, spending, and job prospects.

Wes also tackles the burning question on every investor and homeowner's mind: What happens if interest rates keep rising? From the 10-Year Treasury yield to the inverse relationship between interest rates and bond prices, learn how potential rate hikes could impact your mortgage, car loans, and fixed-income portfolio.

Mentioned on the show:

• Axios: The closing of the "K" • Remote work -- not AI -- has sidelined recent college graduates • 5 Keys To Be a Successful Investor

All this and more on the September 8, 2026, Ask an Advisor episode of the Clark Howard podcast. Submit your questions: WesMoss.com/ask

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Learn more about Wes:

• BOOKS BY WES MOSS • Wes Moss, CFP® • Wes Moss - Clark.com

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Links in the notes 8

• https://www.axios.com/newsletters/axios-macro-13f79e20-9585-11f1-9bec-af2cc2b6e21f.html?chunk=2&utm_term=emshare#story2
• https://www.npr.org/2026/06/01/nx-s1-5843076/remote-work-college-graduates-unemployment-ai
• https://clark.com/personal-finance-credit/investing-retirement/keys-to-be-a-successful-investor/
• https://www.wesmoss.com/ask
• https://wesmossbooks.com/
• https://www.yourwealth.com/team/wes-moss/
• https://clark.com/voices/wes-moss/
• https://megaphone.fm/adchoices