Alphabook's Malone on the Fed, the EU's Plan to Allow Vaccinated U.S. Tourists, and China's Economy

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's approach to inflation, tax policies under the Biden administration, and their economic implications. It also covers the outlook for the US dollar, the impact of vaccine nationalism on global travel, and China's economic growth and currency issues. The discussion highlights the importance of considering multiple factors in economic analysis and the potential challenges for central banks in managing inflation.

What is the Federal Reserve's new approach to handling inflation?

• Keeping inflation below 2%

• Allowing inflation to rise above 2%

• Maintaining inflation at exactly 2%

• Reducing inflation to 1%

How did tax hikes in the 1990s and 2010s affect the economy?

• They coincided with equity gains

• They resulted in economic stagnation

• They led to a market crash

• They caused a recession

What is the expected trend for the U.S. dollar if America outperforms other countries?

• The dollar will appreciate

• The dollar will remain stable

• The dollar will collapse

• The dollar will depreciate

What is a potential risk to the global reopening narrative?

• Countries defining acceptable vaccines for travel

• Economic downturns

• Lack of vaccine distribution

• Rising inflation

What is the main challenge for international travel in Europe?

• Lack of domestic travel

• High travel costs

• Slow vaccine progress

• Vaccine passport implementation

What is a significant concern for the PBOC regarding China's economy?

• Surging inflation levels

• Decreasing GDP

• Currency devaluation

• Rising unemployment

What are the two growth engines in the global economy this decade?

• U.S. and Japan

• China and India

• U.S. and Europe

• China and U.S.