StanChart Sees One Fed Rate Hike in Dec.

The video discusses the global trend of rate hikes led by the Fed, ECB, and Bank of Canada, and their potential impact on Asian economies. It explores whether Asian central banks will follow suit or take divergent paths, particularly focusing on India and Indonesia. The discussion also covers market reactions to Fed actions, inflation trends, and the historical context of Fed tightening since 2013.

What is the main concern for Asian central banks in response to global rate hikes?

• Defending their currencies

• Rising unemployment

• Increasing inflation

• Decreasing exports

Which two countries are mentioned as potentially pursuing different monetary policies than the Fed?

• South Korea and Malaysia

• India and Indonesia

• Thailand and Vietnam

• China and Japan

Since when has the disruption caused by anticipating Fed tightening been ongoing?

• 2018

• 2015

• 2013

• 2010

What event is mentioned as having peaked the euphoria and reflation trade?

• The US-China trade war

• The election of Donald Trump

• The Paris Agreement

• Brexit

What has been countering the initial rise in energy-led inflation?

• Higher interest rates

• Increased government spending

• Rising wages

• Decreasing food prices