Asian Central Banks Can't Comfortably Sit Back: Moody's Analytics

The video discusses the impact of global monetary policies on emerging markets, focusing on Indonesia and India. It highlights Australia's economic challenges and the need for fiscal policy alongside monetary measures. The influence of China's infrastructure spending on Australia's economy is examined, particularly in relation to iron ore exports. New Zealand's aggressive rate cuts and the potential need for further monetary stimulus are also covered, with a broader look at the Asia Pacific region's response to global economic tensions.

How has Indonesia responded to the Federal Reserve's monetary policy in recent times?

• By increasing its monetary stimulus

• By increasing its interest rates

• By reducing its monetary stimulus

• By maintaining a fixed exchange rate

What is a significant challenge for Australia's central bank in implementing monetary policy?

• High inflation rates

• Low cash rate

• Strong currency

• High unemployment

How could China's infrastructure spending benefit Australia?

• By stabilizing the Australian dollar

• By increasing Australian exports of coal

• By increasing demand for Australian iron ore

• By reducing Australia's trade deficit

What was New Zealand's approach to monetary policy last year?

• Aggressive rate cutting

• Implementing quantitative easing

• Increasing interest rates

• Maintaining stable interest rates

What global issue is influencing central banks in the Asia-Pacific region?

• Political instability

• Trade war between the US and China

• Climate change

• Technological advancements