U.S. Moving to Inflation Overshoot, Strategist Shah Says

U.S. Moving to Inflation Overshoot, Strategist Shah Says

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The video discusses the complexities of trade and inflation, focusing on the Federal Reserve's role in managing economic expectations. It highlights the challenges of inflation targeting, including price level and average inflation targeting, and considers historical and technological factors affecting inflation. The discussion includes insights from Fed officials and the potential risks of de-anchoring inflation expectations.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the main concerns discussed in relation to trade and the economy?

The potential for deflation

The possibility of inflation

The rise of cryptocurrency

The impact of technology on jobs

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What did John Williams from the New York Fed express concern about?

The strength of the US dollar

The unemployment rate

Long-term inflation expectations

The stability of the stock market

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a potential risk of price level targeting according to the discussion?

It could strengthen the dollar

It may cause a housing bubble

It might confuse the public

It could lead to higher unemployment

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why might average inflation targeting be challenging?

It needs constant policy changes

It relies on technological advancements

It depends on global cooperation

It requires precise short-term forecasts

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MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How might globalization and technology affect inflation?

They could increase inflation significantly

They might reduce the likelihood of high inflation

They could lead to deflation

They will have no impact on inflation