Hasta ahora ha funcionado mal la SOFR que reemplaza a la Libor

The video discusses the Federal Reserve's introduction of a new alternative to Libor, a benchmark for interest rates. The speaker admits to not being an expert but highlights the issues faced with the new benchmark, including incorrect data inclusion. The Fed plans to publish theoretical data to correct the errors. The video also addresses the challenge of transitioning from Libor, which will end in 2021, to a new benchmark that must be reliable to gain trust.

What is the primary goal of the Fed's new alternative to Libor?

• To compete with European interest rate alternatives

• To replace the US dollar

• To reduce unemployment

• To increase inflation

What mistake did the Fed make with the new alternative?

• They set the interest rate too high

• They included incorrect transactions

• They used outdated data

• They failed to announce the new rate

What is the Fed's response to the botched data?

• They will republish the corrected data

• They will publish theoretical data alongside the original

• They will ignore the issue

• They will delay the new alternative

Why is it challenging to transition from Libor to the new alternative?

• The new alternative is not recognized internationally

• Libor is still widely used

• The new alternative is unreliable

• The new alternative is more expensive

What is necessary for the new alternative to succeed?

• It must be cheaper than Libor

• It must be rock solid and reliable

• It must be endorsed by the European Union

• It must offer higher interest rates