Market Looking for Incremental Progress on Trade, Says Whittier Trust’s CIO

The video discusses the market's expectations for Federal Reserve rate cuts in 2019, with a focus on the July, September, and December meetings. It highlights the Fed's perspective on using rate cuts as a precaution against economic downturns, particularly in light of subdued inflation and trade tensions. The ongoing trade war is analyzed, emphasizing its long-term nature and the shift from trade imbalances to technological and economic dominance. The video concludes with a discussion on the future of trade agreements, noting that key issues like intellectual property and technology transfer remain unresolved.

What is the market's expectation for the Federal Reserve's rate cuts in 2019?

• No cuts expected

• Two cuts in July and September

• One cut in July

• Three cuts in July, September, and December

Why does the Fed view rate cuts as necessary?

• To boost employment

• To increase inflation

• As insurance against deteriorating trade situations

• To strengthen the dollar

How can international meetings like the G20 influence the Fed's actions?

• They have no influence

• They can force the Fed to move faster

• They can delay the Fed's decisions

• They can lead to an increase in interest rates

What is the primary focus of the ongoing trade war?

• Environmental regulations

• Currency exchange rates

• Technological and economic domination

• Trade imbalances

What unresolved issues remain even if a trade agreement is signed?

• Tariff rates

• Intellectual property and technology transfer

• Labor laws

• Environmental standards