IMF's Obstfeld on World Economic Outlook

IMF's Obstfeld on World Economic Outlook

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The transcript discusses global economic growth trends in 2017 and 2018, highlighting the recovery in emerging markets and advanced economies. It addresses uncertainties in economic projections due to political changes, such as Trump's policies and Brexit. The impact of US economic policies on global markets and interest rates is explored, with concerns about a strong dollar affecting emerging markets. Challenges in emerging markets and China's credit-fueled growth are examined. The transcript concludes with an analysis of Brexit's impact on the UK economy and currency, noting the potential for further depreciation of the pound.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was a significant factor contributing to the global economic growth in 2017 and 2018?

A reduction in trade barriers

A decrease in global inflation

A decline in advanced economies

A recovery in emerging markets

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major source of uncertainty in global economic projections mentioned in the transcript?

The outcome of the US-China trade war

The details of Brexit negotiations

The impact of climate change

The stability of the Eurozone

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential risk of the US fiscal stimulus discussed in the transcript?

A decrease in global trade

A rapid increase in interest rates

A decline in the US dollar

A rise in unemployment

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How many rate hikes did the market consensus expect from the Fed in 2017?

Three

Two

Four

One

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a concern regarding China's economic growth mentioned in the transcript?

A decline in technological innovation

High levels of domestic credit growth

A shrinking labor force

A decrease in foreign investments

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the UK's economic growth forecast for 2016 according to the transcript?

1.0%

2.5%

2.0%

1.7%

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential outcome for the UK economy as consumers adjust to lower real incomes?

An increase in exports

A boost in technological innovation

A slowdown in economic growth

A rise in foreign investments