Dollar at Strongest Level in 7 Months

Dollar at Strongest Level in 7 Months

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Business, Social Studies

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The video discusses market expectations regarding the Fed's minutes and potential allies among dissenters. It explores the impact of a rate hike on the dollar, noting a pattern of initial rise followed by a fall. The strengthening of the sterling is attributed to Brexit developments, with Theresa May seeking parliamentary backing. Analysts predict the pound-dollar rate to stabilize around 1.18, supported by a chart analysis showing significant movement towards the third standard deviation.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What are traders looking for in the Federal Reserve's minutes that might affect the dollar?

A confirmation of a rate cut

Indications of more allies for the dissenters

A decision to hold rates steady

A new monetary policy framework

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might the dollar initially rise after a Federal Reserve rate hike?

Due to a long-term trend

Because of a change in fiscal policy

As a result of 'buy the rumor, sell the fact'

Owing to a decrease in inflation

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the current market sentiment regarding the British pound's future value?

It will rise to around 1.18

It will fall to 1.05

It will stabilize around 1.20

It will drop significantly below 1.10

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the significance of the third standard deviation in the chart analysis of the pound?

It suggests a stable trend

It predicts a reversal

It shows a significant move

It indicates a minor fluctuation

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential long-term outcome of Theresa May's parliamentary backing according to analysts?

A second referendum

A hard Brexit

No Brexit at all

A soft Brexit