Downside Risks to Growth Are Intensifying, Says SocGen’s Daw

Downside Risks to Growth Are Intensifying, Says SocGen’s Daw

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The video discusses the flatness of the US yield curve as an indicator of potential recession, compounded by global economic slowdown and trade wars. It highlights the need for more aggressive monetary policy from central banks, despite limited interest rate options. The discussion also covers currency market trends, particularly the Japanese yen's role amid global risk aversion.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What has the US yield curve's flatness historically indicated?

Inflation

Recession

Economic growth

Deflation

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What approach have some central banks taken to stimulate the economy?

Increasing interest rates

Implementing fiscal policies

Cutting interest rates

Reducing government spending

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one potential policy tool mentioned that central banks might use?

Currency devaluation

Increased taxation

Trade tariffs

Negative interest rates

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which currency is often seen as a safe haven during global economic uncertainty?

Japanese Yen

British Pound

Euro

US Dollar

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which country's currency is mentioned as a primary loser in a trade war?

Brazil

India

China

South Korea