Brexit: Is U.S. Now at Risk of a Recession?

Brexit: Is U.S. Now at Risk of a Recession?

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The video discusses the limited impact of UK events on the US economy, highlighting a small effect on GDP due to reduced exports. It explores potential global slowdown and confidence issues, with CEOs possibly pulling back investments due to uncertainty. The strengthening dollar is analyzed for its impact on inflation and competitiveness. The video also covers the Federal Reserve's cautious stance, with market expectations leaning towards a potential rate cut rather than an increase.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the expected impact of Brexit on the US economy according to Wall Street consensus?

Positive impact

Significant negative impact

No impact at all

Small impact

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following is NOT a channel through which Brexit could affect the US economy?

Reduced investment

Increased CEO confidence

Strengthening of the US dollar

Global economic slowdown

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does a stronger US dollar impact inflation?

Causes hyperinflation

Has no effect on inflation

Decreases inflation

Increases inflation

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the general consensus on Wall Street regarding the Federal Reserve's actions post-Brexit?

Immediate interest rate increase

Complete policy overhaul

Interest rate cut

Hold on interest rates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the irony mentioned regarding the Fed funds futures trading?

More chance of a cut than an increase

Complete market stability

More chance of an increase than a cut

No change expected