Where Is the Inflation in the U.S. Economy?

The video discusses the current economic environment, focusing on inflation, pricing power, and the role of corporations in economic recovery. It highlights the lack of broad inflation, the low global capacity utilization, and the need for corporate spending to boost GDP. The Federal Reserve's potential actions and the importance of consumer confidence and demand are also examined.

Which areas are currently experiencing inflationary pressures according to the discussion?

• Technology and education

• Agriculture and energy

• Wages and healthcare costs

• Retail and transportation

What is the main concern about keeping interest rates too low for an extended period?

• Stagnant economic growth

• Increased unemployment

• Deflation

• Fierce violent inflation

What has been missing in the economic recovery over the last seven years?

• Government spending

• International trade

• Corporate spending on new projects

• Consumer spending

What trend is encouraging for the economic recovery?

• Decreasing consumer confidence

• Volatile job growth

• Sustainable job growth and consumer confidence

• Increasing corporate buybacks

What is needed at the company level to support economic recovery?

• Higher taxes

• Measures of pricing power

• Increased government regulation

• Reduced consumer spending