US Federal Reserve increase 'good news for global economy', says Quilter.

The video discusses the US economy's significant global influence, focusing on recent interest rate changes by the Federal Reserve. It highlights the US economy's resilience and the Federal Reserve's strategy to manage inflation, which has been decreasing. The video also explores the implications of US interest rates on the global economy and provides projections for future rate changes, emphasizing that the terminal rate may not need to be as high as some predict due to external factors affecting inflation.

What is the primary reason for the US economy's significant influence on global markets?

• Its cultural exports

• Its large population

• Its technological advancements

• Its openness and size

Why did the Federal Reserve choose to raise interest rates by only a quarter percent?

• To decrease inflation rapidly

• To avoid economic slowdown

• To match the UK's interest rates

• To reflect the economy's momentum

What is the significance of the Federal Reserve's September meeting?

• It marks the end of rate hikes

• It will introduce new economic policies

• It will decide on emergency rate rises

• It signals a strategic shift in policy

How do higher US interest rates affect the global economy?

• They boost global economic growth

• They make international trade easier

• They slow down the world's largest economy

• They have no significant impact

What is the predicted terminal rate according to some commentators?

• 6%

• 6.5%

• 5%

• 4%