Jokowi Sees Low Inflation Supporting Interest Rate Cut

Jokowi Sees Low Inflation Supporting Interest Rate Cut

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The transcript discusses the desire for lower interest rates, the role of the Central Bank in rate adjustments, and the impact of inflation on interest rates. It highlights the benefits of lower rates for businesses, including reduced costs and increased competitiveness, leading to business expansion and labor market growth.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What action did the Central Bank take last year regarding interest rates?

Raised rates in August

Increased rates six times

Cut rates six times

Kept rates constant

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the inflation rate in Indonesia in 2015?

3.3%

Below 4%

4.25%

3.35%

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

According to the speaker, what should happen to bank interest rates if inflation is low?

They should increase

They should remain the same

They should go down

They should fluctuate

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why are businessmen happy when bank interest rates decrease?

It leads to higher inflation

It increases their costs

It reduces product competitiveness

It lowers costs and improves competitiveness

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one potential benefit of lower interest rates mentioned by the speaker?

Decreased labor market expansion

Increased business expansion

Higher inflation rates

Reduced product competitiveness