The World's Political Mood Is Changing, Says Watling

The video discusses the Greek debt crisis, highlighting Greece's progress and the need for further debt relief. It shifts focus to Italy, noting increased political risks in Europe. The discussion then moves to globalization, emphasizing policy failures that have left many feeling excluded. Finally, it examines economic policies, particularly cheap money, and their impact on productivity and income distribution.

What is the current market focus after moving on from the Greek crisis?

• Spain

• France

• Portugal

• Italy

What has been identified as a failure of policy over the last 20 years?

• Increased taxation

• Non-inclusive globalization

• Lack of technological advancement

• Over-regulation

What has been a significant consequence of cheap money policies?

• Increased employment

• Stable economic growth

• Higher education levels

• Income and wealth disparities

How has technology impacted productivity according to the discussion?

• It has only improved productivity

• It has no impact on productivity

• It has both enhanced and hindered productivity

• It has only hindered productivity

What is one of the challenges mentioned in achieving broad-based income growth?

• Lack of innovation

• Over-regulation

• Poor monetary policy

• High taxation