Will the Fed Raise Rates in March?

The transcript discusses the potential increase in the federal funds rate, analyzing the strategies and timing of such changes. It considers the impact of international developments on the Federal Reserve's plans and compares the tenures of different Fed Chairs, highlighting their achievements and challenges. The discussion includes the influence of geopolitical risks and the importance of maintaining an element of surprise in policy decisions.

What is one reason the Federal Reserve might consider moving the rate increase to May?

• To align with the French election

• To avoid geopolitical risks

• To test the assumption of live meetings

• To ensure a press conference is held

How did international developments affect the Fed's plans last year compared to this year?

• They were more disruptive last year

• They had no impact last year

• They are more concerning this year

• They are equally concerning both years

What was a significant market concern last year that is less of an issue this year?

• Inflation in the US

• Market ructions in China

• Wage traction in Europe

• Deflation in the US

What is one of Chair Yellen's notable achievements during her tenure?

• Increasing unemployment rates

• Reducing inflation to below 1%

• Raising interest rates significantly

• Dropping the unemployment rate to 4.8%

What challenge did Chair Yellen face regarding her historical legacy?

• Replacing Paul Volcker

• Dealing with high inflation

• Following Ben Bernanke's tough act

• Managing a financial crisis