Fed May Raise Rates in December, JPMorgan's Fitzsimmons Says

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's anticipated rate hikes, with a focus on a December increase and potential future hikes. It explores the factors influencing Fed decisions, including US economic conditions and global concerns like trade wars. The discussion highlights mixed data from the US economy, noting a favorable employment scenario but global growth concerns. The video also examines risks to the US dollar, considering the Fed's dovish stance and interest rate differentials.

What is the expected timing for the next interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve?

• February

• January

• December

• November

What are the two main factors influencing Jay Powell's pivot?

• US economic growth and inflation

• Oil prices and US dollar strength

• Global concerns and US manufacturing

• Trade wars and US employment

What recent trend has been observed in the US economic data?

• Strong growth in all sectors

• Stable employment rates

• Mixed data with some weaknesses

• Consistent inflation rise

What is the Fed's current stance on interest rate cuts?

• Cuts are dependent on oil prices

• Cuts will happen next month

• No cuts are expected soon

• Immediate cuts are planned

Which currency is perceived to have the most downside potential against the US dollar?

• Euro

• Sing dollar

• British pound

• Aussie