Thai Central Bank Governor Says Financial Stability Risks Remain

The transcript discusses global economic concerns, focusing on the synchronized deceleration of major economies, particularly the US and China. It highlights the impact of trade tensions on global growth and export challenges. Thailand's economic outlook is examined, with a focus on GDP growth projections and potential risks, including Brexit. The discussion also covers monetary policy, inflation targets, and financial stability measures in Thailand, as well as the implications of currency strength on policy decisions.

What is a major factor contributing to the global economic slowdown according to the transcript?

• Increased consumer spending

• Trade tensions between the US and China

• Rising oil prices

• Technological advancements

How has the trade tension affected global trade growth this year?

• Trade growth has remained stable.

• It has led to a significant increase in trade growth.

• Trade growth is not as robust as last year.

• It has no impact on trade growth.

What is the revised GDP growth projection for Thailand this year?

• 3.8%

• 5.0%

• 4.5%

• 2.5%

What is one of the main reasons for Thailand's recent interest rate hike?

• To increase inflation

• To address financial stability concerns

• To decrease unemployment

• To boost consumer spending

What are the two main factors affecting inflation in Thailand?

• Tourism and foreign investment

• Energy prices and food prices

• Interest rates and unemployment

• Government spending and exports

What approach is being used to address financial fragility in Thailand?

• Implementing a combination of macroprudential, microprudential, and monetary policies

• Relying solely on macroprudential policies

• Reducing interest rates

• Increasing government subsidies

How has the Thai currency been moving recently according to the transcript?

• It has remained completely stable.

• It has been appreciating rapidly.

• It has been depreciating significantly.

• It has been moving in line with regional currencies.