UBS: U.S. Inflation to Hit 8.5% in March

UBS: U.S. Inflation to Hit 8.5% in March

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The video discusses the current state of equity markets, focusing on inflation expectations and the Federal Reserve's interest rate plans. It examines the impact of oil prices on consumer spending and company earnings, highlighting mixed signals in various sectors. The video also addresses concerns about rate hikes and the dissonance between stock and bond markets, analyzing the implications of an inverted yield curve and its predictive power for recessions.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected peak inflation rate for March, and how is it expected to change in April?

8.5% in March, moderating to 6.5% in April

7.5% in March, moderating to 5.5% in April

6.5% in March, moderating to 4.5% in April

9.5% in March, moderating to 7.5% in April

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How have airlines responded to higher fuel prices in terms of their guidance?

They have maintained their guidance despite higher costs.

They have lowered their guidance due to decreased demand.

They have not changed their guidance at all.

They have increased their guidance due to strong demand.

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the inverted yield curve in economic predictions?

It has historically signaled recessions but not their timing.

It is a perfect indicator of economic growth.

It accurately predicts the timing of recessions.

It has no relevance to economic predictions.

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current valuation multiple for equities compared to November?

30.5 times in November, now 20.5 times

25.5 times in November, now 15.5 times

28.5 times in November, now 18.5 times

29.5 times in November, now 19.5 times

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which yield spread is considered a better indicator of recession risk?

2-year and 10-year spread

5-year and 10-year spread

10-year and 3-month spread

1-year and 5-year spread