Euro 'Fairly Close to $1.30' at End of 2019, Says Investec's Shaw

Euro 'Fairly Close to $1.30' at End of 2019, Says Investec's Shaw

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The video provides a top-down analysis of global currencies, focusing on the impact of global economic concerns, particularly the potential US-China tariff war. It discusses the likelihood of a resolution to trade tensions and the expected outcomes for global GDP growth. The video also covers the European Central Bank's monetary policy, predicting a cessation of its QE program and a subsequent interest rate rise, which could support the euro. Additionally, it explores how trade war threats might ironically support the US dollar as investors seek safe havens like US Treasurys.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern of markets regarding global growth?

Increasing unemployment rates

Rising inflation rates

Potential tariff wars

Decreasing oil prices

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the European Central Bank expected to do at the end of the year?

Cease its QE program

Lower interest rates

Increase quantitative easing

Introduce new currency

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might the euro be supported according to the discussion?

By a decrease in global oil prices

By an increase in US tariffs

Through a rise in global inflation

Through ECB's tightening of monetary policy

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the US dollar be supported during trade war threats?

Due to increased global trade

Because of its role as a safe haven

Due to rising US inflation

Because of decreasing US interest rates

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered the largest safe haven market?

Gold

US Treasurys

Euro

Japanese Yen