Mizuho Sees ECB Rate Hike at End of 2019

The video discusses the US 10-year forecast, highlighting that some banks have lowered their year-end predictions. Despite this, the forecast remains at 3.05 due to factors like Fed balance sheet reduction and rate hikes. The video compares different bank forecasts and explores the potential impact of a trade deal on Fed rate hikes, concluding that a trade deal would likely confirm the expectation of a rate hike.

What is the current forecast for the US 10-year rate by the end of the year?

• 3.05

• 3.2

• 2.7

• 3.0

What is one of the main factors contributing to the expected increase in the US rates curve?

• Decrease in inflation

• Decrease in corporate debt

• Increase in consumer spending

• Fed's balance sheet reduction

What economic event is expected to occur in 2020 due to corporate debt?

• Recession

• Stagnation

• Deflation

• Economic boom

How does a potential trade deal affect the Fed's rate hike outlook for 2019?

• It would cause a rate cut

• It would confirm the expectation of a rate hike

• It would prevent any rate hikes

• It would lead to multiple rate hikes

What ongoing issue is the Fed facing with interest rate hikes?

• Excessive inflation

• Balance sheet expansion

• Clash with balance sheet reduction

• Decreasing employment rates