Carnegie Endowment Says China's Inflation Under Control

The transcript discusses the current state of inflation and economic stability, highlighting the control over inflation and the rebound in producer prices. It examines the impact of these factors on corporate profits and GDP growth. The discussion then shifts to China's debt to GDP ratio, comparing it to other economies and exploring the unique role of the property market in China's debt situation. The sustainability of asset values and potential risks of a property market crash are also considered.

What is the current state of inflation in China according to the transcript?

• Inflation is causing economic instability.

• Inflation is unpredictable.

• Inflation is under control.

• Inflation is rising rapidly.

How do rebounding producer prices affect corporate profits?

• They decrease corporate profits.

• They have no effect on corporate profits.

• They make corporate profits unpredictable.

• They significantly increase corporate profits.

What is one benefit of rising producer prices mentioned in the transcript?

• They decrease GDP growth.

• They make debt servicing easier.

• They cause economic instability.

• They lead to higher inflation.

What has been a major factor in the increase of China's debt to GDP ratio?

• Decreased consumer spending

• Property market and land value increase

• Export decline

• Government spending

What is the potential risk if the property market crashes in China?

• It will cause inflation to rise.

• It will lead to a debt problem.

• It will stabilize the economy.

• There will be no impact on the economy.