What to Expect From December's Fed Minutes

The video discusses the uncertainty in fiscal policy and growth projections, focusing on the Federal Reserve's rate hike plans for 2017. It highlights the lack of clarity in economic projections and the potential impact of Trumponomics. The video also examines confidence metrics in the economy and their translation into real economic activity, with a focus on employment indicators and trends in the manufacturing sector.

What was the main reason for the uncertainty in growth projections discussed in the video?

• Natural disasters

• Technological advancements

• Global warming

• Changes in fiscal policy

According to the video, what was the Federal Reserve's schedule for interest rate hikes in 2017?

• Four hikes

• Three hikes

• Two hikes

• One hike

What aspect of the economy is crucial for understanding the timing of the Federal Reserve's moves?

• Stock market trends

• Labor market slack

• Real estate prices

• International trade agreements

What economic indicator is mentioned as a measure of underlying activity in the video?

• Consumer sentiment

• Stock market index

• Housing prices

• Oil prices

What is the real test for employers' confidence in the economy according to the video?

• Inflation rates

• Hiring figures

• Interest rates

• Stock market performance