Columbia University's Mosser on Fed Policy, U.S. Outlook

The video discusses Powell's press conference, focusing on the Federal Reserve's rate hikes and their implications. It analyzes the potential for recession due to aggressive monetary policy and explores the economic outlook. The discussion includes balance sheet reduction and the importance of the Fed Vice Chair for Supervision role.

What is the Federal Reserve's plan for rate hikes this year and next?

• Seven rate hikes this year and four more next year

• No rate hikes planned for this year

• Five rate hikes this year and three more next year

• Three rate hikes this year and two more next year

What is the potential risk associated with steadily tightening monetary policy?

• Increased inflation

• Economic boom

• Risk of recession

• Stable economic growth

What is the significance of the unemployment rate in the context of monetary policy?

• It is solely determined by current monetary policy

• It is largely determined by past monetary policy

• It has no relation to monetary policy

• It is only affected by fiscal policy

What is the expected outcome if the Federal Reserve reduces excess demand for labor?

• No impact on growth

• Immediate economic recession

• Increased unemployment rate

• Reduced impact on unemployment rate

What is the Federal Reserve's approach to balance sheet reduction?

• No plans for balance sheet reduction

• Immediate and complete reduction

• Gradual reduction over several years

• Quantitative tightening starting as soon as May

What is the expected impact of the Federal Reserve's balance sheet policy?

• It will have no impact on the economy

• It will lead to a rapid economic decline

• It will stabilize the economy immediately

• It should reflect rapid economic growth and higher inflation

Why is the role of the Fed vice chair for supervision important?

• It is a ceremonial position

• It provides leadership in regulation

• It manages the Federal Reserve's finances

• It oversees monetary policy decisions