Bergsten Says U.S-China Trade Deal Likely

The video discusses the potential impacts of trade talks with China on the US economy, highlighting the risks of failed negotiations and the benefits of successful ones. It explores the possibility of structural changes in the Chinese economy and the importance of addressing intellectual property issues. The US economic outlook is analyzed, noting a slowdown in growth and the potential for recession. The video concludes with a discussion on infrastructure investment as a means to stimulate the economy, despite budgetary concerns.

What is considered the biggest short-term risk to the economy according to the first section?

• Inflation

• Rising unemployment

• Increase in interest rates

• Failure of trade talks with China

What is the main focus of the trade talks with China as discussed in the first section?

• Increasing soybean exports

• Reducing tariffs

• Improving diplomatic relations

• Achieving structural changes in the Chinese economy

How does the U.S. economic growth rate compare to China's according to the second section?

• China is growing twice as fast

• The U.S. is growing faster

• Both are growing at the same rate

• The U.S. is growing three times faster

What is a potential concern for the U.S. economy in the near future as mentioned in the second section?

• A housing market crash

• A decrease in consumer spending

• A potential recession

• A rise in oil prices

What is a challenge mentioned in the third section regarding infrastructure investment?

• Environmental regulations

• Technological limitations

• Lack of skilled labor

• Funding amidst budget deficits