Bank of Israel's Yaron on Covid-19, Economy, Inflation, Shekel

Bank of Israel's Yaron on Covid-19, Economy, Inflation, Shekel

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The video discusses Israel's handling of the pandemic, highlighting its early booster shot initiative and economic resilience. It covers the country's economic growth, employment challenges, and the appreciation of the shekel due to strong exports and FDI. The Bank of Israel's monetary policy is examined, focusing on inflation monitoring and intervention strategies. The video concludes with a discussion on future economic policies and the impact of the tech sector on the economy.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What strategy did Israel employ to manage the fourth wave of the pandemic?

Administering booster shots early

Increasing hospital capacities

Implementing strict lockdowns

Closing international borders

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What factors contributed to the appreciation of the shekel?

Weak equity markets

Decrease in exports

High unemployment rates

Strong foreign direct investment

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current inflation rate in Israel compared to other countries like the Czech Republic and Poland?

Around 5%

Below 1%

Higher than 6%

At 2.3%, within the target range

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Bank of Israel view its $30 billion quantitative easing program?

As a permanent solution

As a temporary measure during the COVID crisis

As unnecessary

As a failure

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Bank of Israel's approach to currency intervention post-COVID?

Fixing the exchange rate

Continuing the $30 billion program

No longer intervening

Returning to discretionary interventions

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main focus of Israel's economic transition?

From high-tech to agriculture

From manufacturing to high-tech and services

From services to manufacturing

From agriculture to manufacturing

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What role does the high-tech sector play in Israel's economy?

It is a minor contributor

It acts as a locomotive engine driving growth

It is declining

It is unrelated to economic growth