Fed Trading Restrictions Make 'Great Sense': Rodgin Cohen

Fed Trading Restrictions Make 'Great Sense': Rodgin Cohen

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The video discusses new restrictions on trading for senior Fed members, allowing trades only through exchanges and index funds. These measures aim to enhance transparency and prevent criticism due to insider information. The restrictions are seen as a step towards maintaining the Fed's integrity.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What types of financial activities are restricted for senior Fed members under the new rules?

Engaging in high-frequency trading

Purchasing foreign currencies

Trading in securities, commodities, and cryptocurrencies

Investing in real estate

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why does the Fed believe these trading restrictions are necessary?

To align with international trading standards

To encourage more trading among Fed members

To prevent conflicts of interest and ensure transparency

To increase the profitability of the Fed

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How can senior Fed members legally trade under the new restrictions?

By using offshore accounts

Via exchanges and index funds

Through private brokers

Through direct stock purchases

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the Fed's ultimate goal in implementing these trading restrictions?

To increase its market share

To maintain transparency and ethical standards

To reduce operational costs

To become a leading financial institution

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the potential consequence if a Fed member trades successfully under the new rules?

They will be promoted

Their trades might be criticized due to perceived insider information

They will receive a bonus

Their trades will be ignored