UBS Chairman Weber Sees Two More Fed Hikes in 2017

UBS Chairman Weber Sees Two More Fed Hikes in 2017

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The video discusses the Federal Reserve's recent dovish rate hike, which aligns with their projections and is largely priced in by the market. The Fed is expected to continue with gradual rate hikes, focusing on domestic economic performance while considering global trade impacts. The exchange rate is a data point, not a decision variable, for the Fed. The US fiscal policy under the Trump administration is expected to include tax cuts financed by reduced expenditure, raising concerns about environmental and agricultural subsidies. The overall approach aims to avoid increasing national debt.

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What was the main reason for the recent increase in inflation according to the Federal Reserve?

A surge in consumer spending

A rebound in oil prices

Increased government spending

A rise in housing costs

2.

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How do central banks like the Fed and ECB view exchange rates in their decision-making process?

As a secondary target

As a data point, not a decision variable

As a primary decision variable

As the main focus of their policies

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

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What is the expected approach of the Trump administration towards financing tax reductions?

Issuing more debt

Borrowing from international markets

Increasing taxes on the wealthy

Reducing government expenditure

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which sector is surprisingly affected by the Trump administration's budget cuts?

Defense

Agriculture

Education

Healthcare

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the implication of the Trump administration's budget on the global commitment to reduce carbon emissions?

It raises concerns internationally

It leads to increased emissions

It strengthens the commitment

It has no impact