What is the primary difference between CPI and PCE as discussed in the video?
Why Are We Seeing a Two Inflations Story?

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CPI is used by the Fed, while PCE is not.
CPI measures consumer expenditures, while PCE includes a broader range of expenditures.
CPI measures consumer spending, while PCE measures business spending.
CPI includes food and energy prices, while PCE does not.
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How might Trump's policies affect inflation according to the discussion?
They will definitely decrease inflation.
They could increase inflation through fiscal measures.
They will have no impact on inflation.
They will only affect inflation in the short term.
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Why is shorting the euro and being long on the Swedish krona considered a favorable trade?
Sweden's economy is weak, making the krona undervalued.
The eurozone is implementing negative interest rates.
The euro is expected to strengthen significantly.
Sweden's economy is strong, and the Riksbank may raise rates.
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What is one of the major global risks mentioned that could affect bond yields?
South American economic downturns
Middle Eastern conflicts
European political risk
Asian market instability
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How might European political risks influence inflationary pressures?
They could decrease inflationary pressures.
They have no effect on inflationary pressures.
They could stabilize inflationary pressures.
They could increase inflationary pressures if bond yields stay low.
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What was a significant concern for foreign investors regarding US Treasurys?
High inflation rates
Low inflation rates
Rising bond yields
Stable bond yields
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What was the potential impact of the Trump-Abe meeting on US Treasurys?
It could lead to a decrease in Treasury purchases.
It might encourage Japan to buy more US Treasurys.
It would have no impact on US Treasurys.
It could cause a rise in US Treasury yields.
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