Fed Will Cut Rates by December Amid Slowing Economy, Economist Swonk Says

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's potential rate cut in October, influenced by strong economic data, Brexit, and tariff negotiations with China. The Fed's decision is contingent on these external factors, with a possible rate cut by December if growth weakens.

What is the main reason the Federal Reserve is considering a situational rate cut in October?

• To control inflation

• Due to strong economic data

• Because of external uncertainties

• To boost consumer spending

How might a hard Brexit on October 31st affect the Federal Reserve's decisions?

• It could lead to an increase in interest rates

• It might prompt a rate cut

• It will have no impact

• It will delay the Fed's meeting

What is a potential consequence if trade negotiations with China do not go as planned?

• The stock market will stabilize

• The Federal Reserve will increase rates

• The US might lower tariffs

• Tariffs could be raised again

What is the expected economic trend outside of October according to the transcript?

• Unchanged growth

• Weakening growth

• Stable growth

• Strengthening growth

By when does the transcript suggest another rate cut might occur?

• By December

• By November

• By February

• By January