What to Watch for in Today's Bank of England Decision

What to Watch for in Today's Bank of England Decision

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The video discusses the impact of Brexit and inflation on the UK economy, focusing on the Bank of England's stance on inflation and interest rates. It highlights the potential for growth and inflation forecast upgrades and the market's expectation of a rate hike. The risks posed by Brexit to the economic outlook are also emphasized.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the Bank of England's initial stance on higher inflation?

They immediately raised interest rates.

They ignored it completely.

They were initially tolerant of it.

They were highly intolerant of it.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is expected to remain unchanged according to the Bank of England's policy?

Inflation forecasts

Interest rates

Growth forecasts

Benchmark rate and QE

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the market's expectation regarding the Bank of England's next move?

Introduction of new QE measures

No change in rates

A rate hike

A rate cut

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has stabilized since November according to the transcript?

The euro

The US dollar

Sterling

The yen

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is considered a major risk to the Bank of England's outlook?

Technological advancements

US trade policies

Brexit

Global warming