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The video discusses Trump's economic policies, focusing on fiscal stimulus, deregulation, and protectionism. It explores the concept of 'animal spirits' in the economy, examining whether Trump's actions have influenced business confidence and capital expenditure. The discussion includes insights from Jamie Dimon on the pro-business environment under Trump. Recommendations for economic growth include reducing protectionist rhetoric, focusing on infrastructure spending, and implementing tax reforms.

Which aspect of Trump's economic policies is considered unconventional?

• Deregulation

• Protectionist policies

• Tax reform

• Fiscal stimulus

What is the main argument against the idea that Trump has awakened animal spirits?

• Rise in unemployment rates

• Reduction in fiscal stimulus

• Decrease in consumer confidence

• Lack of increase in capital expenditure

What is suggested as a necessary step to convert business confidence into economic growth?

• Focus on infrastructure spending

• Reduction in corporate taxes only

• Increase in fiscal stimulus

• Expansion of protectionist policies

Which area of deregulation is mentioned as being beyond the President's direct control?

• Corporate tax reform

• Labor markets

• Infrastructure development

• Consumer protection

What is the perceived impact of Trump's growth agenda on business confidence?

• It has decreased significantly

• It has remained unchanged

• It has skyrocketed

• It has slightly improved