Hyat: There Will Be an Economic Surge Under Trump

The video discusses the market's reaction to fiscal stimulus, highlighting both short-term growth and long-term volatility concerns. It examines the Federal Reserve's interest rate decisions and their impact on inflation. The discussion also covers the challenges of longevity risk for pension plans, emphasizing the need for realistic assumptions and strategic investment adjustments.

What is a potential short-term effect of a large fiscal stimulus according to the transcript?

• Economic surge

• Deflation

• Increase in unemployment

• Decrease in economic growth

What is the expected number of rate hikes by the Federal Reserve in 2017?

• One

• Three

• Four

• Two

What is a potential consequence if the Federal Reserve does not raise rates in December?

• Stable markets

• Downside risk

• Increased inflation

• Economic boom

What is a major issue for CIOs related to longevity risk?

• Underestimating market risk

• Decreasing pension plan participants

• Extra liability from longer lifespans

• Overestimating interest rates

What is recommended for managing longevity risk in pension plans?

• Re-risking portfolios and liability-driven investing

• Focusing on short-term investments

• Ignoring demographic forecasts

• Increasing the assumed rate of return