Putin Will Lash Out Against Falling Ruble: Cook

The video discusses the economic situation involving the ruble's fluctuation, the impact of EU and US sanctions on Russia, and the potential spillover effects on the Eurozone. It highlights the geopolitical risks associated with Russia's economic challenges and the anticipated actions of the European Central Bank (ECB) in response to these global economic pressures. The discussion also covers market expectations regarding ECB's quantitative easing measures and their potential impact on the euro and European bonds.

What was the initial reaction to the currency fluctuation discussed in the video?

• Immediate economic growth

• Calm and stabilization

• Panic and instability

• Increased foreign investment

What is the anticipated economic condition in Q1 and Q2 of 2015?

• Stable growth

• Deflation

• Recession

• Economic boom

How have EU and US sanctions affected Polish apple exporters?

• Loss of a major market

• Increased demand in the EU

• Increased exports to Russia

• No impact on exports

What is the main concern for the Eurozone economy according to the video?

• Strong economic growth

• Decreasing inflation

• Sanctions on Russia

• Rising oil prices

What geopolitical risk is associated with the economic situation in Russia?

• Potential conflict in Ukraine

• Strengthened ties with the EU

• Improved relations with neighboring countries

• Increased trade with the US

What is the ECB expected to do in response to global economic pressures?

• Reduce government spending

• Increase interest rates

• Strengthen the euro

• Implement quantitative easing

What is the ECB's challenge in convincing its Governing Council?

• To reduce inflation targets

• To agree on quantitative easing

• To implement fiscal policies

• To increase interest rates