How Have Assets Faired Since the Last Fed Meeting?

How Have Assets Faired Since the Last Fed Meeting?

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The video analyzes asset performance since the Fed meeting on September 17th, focusing on the dollar, high yield bonds, commodities, and stocks. The dollar rose by 1.5%, while high yield bonds remained unchanged. Commodities and equities faced declines due to global growth concerns, particularly from China. The market experienced a recovery after October 15th, influenced by Fed discussions on QE. The video concludes with speculation on future asset performance.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the percentage increase in the dollar as measured by the Bloomberg Dollar Spot Index since the last Fed meeting?

2.5%

1.5%

2.0%

1.0%

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the primary concern of the Fed officials regarding the dollar's performance?

Its impact on the US economy

Its influence on interest rates

Its impact on global trade

Its effect on inflation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the performance of high yield bonds around October 15th?

They were up by 2%

They were unchanged

They were down by 2%

They were up by 3%

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which of the following was NOT a concern around October 15th?

US retail sales data

IMF growth fears

China growth fears

US dollar depreciation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What event gave a lift to the markets after October 15th?

Fed's decision to increase interest rates

Jamie Bullard's suggestion to delay ending QE

China's economic recovery

Improved US retail sales data