Can Ebola Fear Factor Impact U.S. Economic Growth?

The video discusses the fear factor surrounding Ebola and its potential economic impacts, as analyzed by Goldman Sachs. It compares past pandemics like bird flu, swine flu, and SARS, highlighting their limited impact on the US economy. The video also examines the disruption caused by 9/11 on US retail sales. It concludes by exploring the economic impact of Ebola, the delayed response, and related conspiracy theories, emphasizing the need to focus on both the US and Western Africa.

What potential economic impacts did Chris Dawsey from Goldman Sachs associate with the Ebola outbreak?

• Rise in stock market investments

• Avoidance of travel and reduced consumer spending

• Increased travel and consumer spending

• Growth in the tourism sector

Which past pandemic is represented by the green line in the chart discussed?

• Swine flu

• Ebola

• Bird flu

• SARS

How did the 9/11 event affect US retail sales according to the discussion?

• It led to a significant increase

• It caused a temporary dip followed by a recovery

• It had no impact

• It caused a permanent decline

What was the impact of the SARS outbreak on Hong Kong's retail sales?

• Sales increased by 10%

• Sales remained stable

• Sales plunged by 10%

• Sales were unaffected

Why is there a delayed response to the Ebola outbreak, according to the discussion?

• It is being effectively contained

• There is a lack of media coverage

• It is not considered a serious threat

• It is occurring in a less economically important region