Mester de la Fed: las tasas deberían subir gradualmente

The video discusses the gradual increase of interest rates in response to economic conditions. It highlights the importance of adjusting monetary policy based on data and acknowledges the possibility of inaccuracies in inflation models. The speaker emphasizes a cautious approach to interest rate adjustments, considering both short-term and long-term economic projections. The discussion also covers the concept of the neutral rate and its implications for future economic policy.

Why does the speaker believe it is necessary to gradually increase interest rates?

• To decrease employment rates

• To align with sustainable economic growth and labor market improvements

• To respond to high inflation

• To slow down economic growth

What is the speaker's view on the accuracy of inflation models?

• They are always accurate

• They could be wrong, requiring recalibration

• They are irrelevant to interest rate decisions

• They predict inflation will never reach 2%

What approach does the speaker suggest for adjusting interest rates?

• A rapid increase

• A cautious and prudent approach

• No change in current rates

• A decrease in rates

What is the estimated short-run neutral rate according to the speaker?

• Around 0%

• Around 5%

• Around 1%

• Around 3%

How has the speaker adjusted their estimate of the long-run neutral rate over time?

• Increased it slightly

• Kept it constant

• Decreased it over time

• Increased it significantly