U.K. Data Doesn’t Help BOE With Brexit Uncertainty, JPM's Bell Says

U.K. Data Doesn’t Help BOE With Brexit Uncertainty, JPM's Bell Says

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The video discusses the UK's economic situation, focusing on unemployment, wage growth, and the impact of Brexit. It highlights the Bank of England's challenges in adjusting interest rates due to Brexit uncertainties. Business and consumer confidence have declined, affecting the housing market. The Bank of England awaits Brexit clarity before making policy changes.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What was the unemployment change reported for December?

200,000

120,000

151,000

167,000

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does the Bank of England view the current interest rates given the labor market conditions?

Interest rates are too high

Interest rates are just right

Interest rates should be abolished

Interest rates are too low

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What major event is causing uncertainty in the UK economy?

The rise of cryptocurrency

The global pandemic

Brexit

The US-China trade war

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How has consumer confidence been affected in the UK?

It has fluctuated unpredictably

It has fallen sharply

It has remained stable

It has increased significantly

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Bank of England waiting for before making any changes?

A new government policy

A rise in inflation

Clarity on the Brexit outcome

A decrease in unemployment