Credit Suisse's Woods Sees 2 Fed Hikes in 2019

The video discusses the current market ambiguity, focusing on potential outcomes like worsening conditions, improvement, or a ceasefire. It highlights the implications of tariffs and a possible negotiating framework for trade issues. The video also examines market reactions to the Federal Reserve's dovish comments and the recalibration of interest rate expectations. Credit Suisse anticipates further rate hikes despite market skepticism, citing robust employment and wage growth.

What are the three potential outcomes discussed regarding the trade tensions?

• It will get worse, better, or pause.

• It will improve, deteriorate, or remain the same.

• It will increase, decrease, or stay constant.

• It will escalate, de-escalate, or stabilize.

How did the market perceive the Federal Reserve's comments?

• As dovish

• As hawkish

• As aggressive

• As neutral

What is Credit Suisse's expectation for interest rate hikes in the near future?

• No more hikes this year

• One more hike this year and two next year

• Three more hikes this year

• Two more hikes this year and one next year

What is the market's current stance on the second interest rate hike next year?

• The market is pricing it in

• The market is ignoring it

• The market is pricing it out

• The market is uncertain about it

What factors contribute to Credit Suisse's view on future interest rate hikes?

• Declining wages

• Strong employment and consumption growth

• Stagnant economic conditions

• Weak employment growth