Why the Fed Should Move to Hike Rates

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's potential rate hike, analyzing economic indicators like unemployment and inflation. It explores the housing market's outlook and its impact on GDP. The discussion includes market expectations for the Fed's actions, the role of data, and global economic factors. It concludes with insights into market volatility, trends, and concerns about oil prices and risk aversion.

What is the current unemployment rate mentioned in the discussion about the Fed's potential rate hike?

• 4.9%

• 5.5%

• 3.8%

• 6.2%

According to the housing specialists, when is the spring selling season expected to occur?

• July to September

• May to July

• March to May

• January to March

What percentage of traders believe the Fed will raise rates in June?

• 35%

• 50%

• 25%

• 60%

What is the VIX indicator used to measure?

• Unemployment rate

• Market volatility

• Inflation rate

• Interest rates

What was the market's performance trend before the recent downturn?

• Five weeks of decline

• Five weeks of growth

• Stable for five weeks

• Volatile for five weeks