China's Growth May Slow to 4.7% in 2022: Moody's Analytics

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's recent hawkish policy shift, its impact on global markets, and the implications for US employment and economic growth. It highlights the temporary effects of the Omicron variant on the US economy and the potential risks of aggressive rate hikes by the Fed. The discussion extends to Asia-Pacific, focusing on how different countries are managing COVID-19 and the resulting supply chain challenges. The video concludes with an analysis of China's economic slowdown and its potential global repercussions.

What is the expected timeline for the Federal Reserve's rate hikes?

• March 2022

• April or May 2022

• 2023

• End of 2022

What is the main focus of the upcoming US jobs report?

• Global market trends

• Impact of Omicron

• Strength of the US labor market

• Federal Reserve's policy

What is considered the number one threat to the US economy in the near term?

• Inflation

• Aggressive rate hikes

• Pandemic

• Supply chain disruptions

How are different Asia Pacific economies managing the virus?

• All are resisting the virus

• All are learning to live with the virus

• None are affected by the virus

• Some are resisting while others are adapting

What is the projected GDP growth for China in 2022?

• 4.7%

• 5%

• 6%

• 8%

What are some of the risks threatening China's economy?

• Slowing property market and climate change objectives

• Increased consumer spending

• Decreasing exports

• Rising inflation

What is a significant challenge in assessing China's economic slowdown?

• Unstable political environment

• Unpredictable consumer behavior

• Lack of data

• Intertwined effects of structural shifts and zero COVID policy