Why Calstrs CIO Wants the Fed to Raise Rates Faster

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What was the original 'normal' interest rate according to the Federal Reserve before it was lowered?
4%
2%
3%
5%
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why does the speaker believe a 3% interest rate is important?
It reduces inflation.
It encourages more borrowing.
It increases government revenue.
It provides value to savings and fixed income.
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the speaker's view on the current savings habits of millennials?
They are not saving enough due to low interest rates.
They are focused on real estate.
They are saving too much.
They prefer investing in stocks.
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the speaker hope to achieve with a positively sloped yield curve?
Encourage savings and investment.
Make borrowing cheaper.
Encourage more government spending.
Increase inflation.
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why is there a global demand for long-term U.S. bonds according to the speaker?
They offer higher returns than short-term bonds.
They have lower interest rates.
They are easier to sell.
They are safer than bonds from the UK or Japan.
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