Bloomberg Market Wrap 9/18: Repo Spike, Dollar, Crude Oil

The video discusses the potential liquidity crunch and repo rates, highlighting the Federal Reserve's actions to inject liquidity. It also examines the strengthening of the dollar following a Federal Reserve announcement and its impact on equity markets, particularly small-cap stocks. Additionally, the video provides an update on the crude oil market, focusing on Saudi Arabia's production recovery and geopolitical tensions involving Iran.

What was the Federal Reserve's action to address the liquidity crunch?

• They increased interest rates.

• They reduced the money supply.

• They sold government bonds.

• They conducted a repo operation.

How did the Federal Reserve's announcement affect the US dollar?

• The dollar lost value against the euro.

• The dollar weakened significantly.

• The dollar remained stable.

• The dollar strengthened.

Why did small-cap stocks underperform despite a stronger dollar?

• They are more affected by trade tariffs.

• They benefit from a weaker dollar.

• They have large international exposure.

• They are less sensitive to interest rates.

What was the cause of the recent decline in crude oil prices?

• Increased demand from China.

• A new trade agreement with Russia.

• A decrease in US oil production.

• The quick return of Saudi Arabia's crude production.

What did the Saudi Defense Ministry claim about the weekend's attacks?

• They were unquestionably sponsored by Iran.

• They were a result of internal conflict.

• They were sponsored by Yemen.

• They originated from the United States.