Kleinwort Hambros: Could See Rate Hikes in Europe

The video tutorial discusses the put to call ratio and its implications for market protection, particularly in the context of the STOXX 50 and Deutsche. It highlights the optimism for European market growth in 2017, despite uncertainties like Brexit and elections. The tutorial also covers quantitative easing strategies, with a focus on the ECB's potential interest rate hikes due to inflationary pressures.

What does the put to call ratio indicate in the context of the STOXX 50 index?

• The historical market performance

• The number of stocks in the index

• The level of investor protection buying

• The ratio of stock prices to bond prices

What is the general economic outlook for Europe and the US in 2017 according to the transcript?

• A year of recession

• A year of economic decline

• A year of strong growth

• A year of stagnation

Which political events are mentioned as sources of uncertainty in the economic outlook?

• Middle East conflicts

• Elections in France and Germany

• US presidential elections

• Chinese trade policies

What is the expectation for quantitative easing (QE) in Europe for the year?

• It could be reversed

• It will remain unchanged

• It will be expanded significantly

• It will be discontinued immediately

What is the potential reason for the European Central Bank to consider interest rate hikes?

• Decreasing inflationary pressures

• Increasing inflationary pressures

• Political stability

• Stable economic conditions