Fed to Cut Rates Three Times in 2020, Sri-Kumar Says

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's potential rate cuts in 2020, despite previous promises not to cut before elections. It highlights the Fed's failure to meet inflation targets and its impact on the equity market, likening it to a Ponzi scheme. The discussion also covers the global economic convergence, with the US and other major economies slowing down, leading to a predicted global growth rate below 3% as per the IMF.

What is the speaker's expectation regarding the Federal Reserve's actions in 2020?

• The Fed will raise interest rates.

• The Fed will cut interest rates three times.

• The Fed will maintain current interest rates.

• The Fed will increase inflation targets.

How does the speaker describe the Federal Reserve's influence on the equity market?

• As a stabilizing force.

• As a minor influence.

• As a Ponzi scheme.

• As a regulatory body.

What event in September is mentioned as a significant factor in the Fed's actions?

• The start of a new fiscal year.

• The announcement of new tariffs.

• The repo market crisis.

• The presidential election.

What is the expected trend in global economic growth according to the speaker?

• Rapid growth in emerging markets.

• Divergence between the US and other countries.

• Convergence in growth rates.

• Stability in Western Europe.

Which countries are mentioned as experiencing economic slowdown?

• China and India.

• Brazil and Russia.

• Australia and Canada.

• Germany and France.