Inside Janet Yellen's Fed Rate Hike Case

The transcript discusses market reactions to Janet Yellen's speech, noting little change in investor sentiment. It highlights upcoming economic events, including speeches by Harry Kuroda and Ben Walker, and Japanese inflation data. The impact of Brexit on the UK economy is analyzed, with attention to UK GDP figures and consumer confidence. The discussion anticipates future economic indicators and their potential effects on markets.

What was the market's reaction to Janet Yellen's speech?

• Investors heard a lot of new information.

• There was no significant change in market probabilities.

• The market saw a significant shift in probabilities.

• The dollar fell sharply.

What is the Federal Reserve's current approach to interest rates?

• A rapid increase in rates.

• A shallow and gradual rate path.

• A decrease in rates.

• An aggressive rate hike.

What is the significance of the Japanese inflation data discussed?

• It indicated a stable inflation rate.

• It showed a strong increase in inflation.

• It was weaker than expected, troubling the BOJ.

• It had no impact on the BOJ's policy.

What recent economic data was released for the UK?

• Stable GDP figures with no change in consumer confidence.

• An increase in consumer confidence and GDP figures.

• A decline in GDP figures.

• A decrease in consumer confidence.

What is the expected focus of the ECB's upcoming meeting?

• A discussion on the US economy.

• A new monetary policy for Japan.

• The strength of the euro since the Brexit referendum.

• The impact of Brexit on the euro.