Yellen: Economic Outlook Is Highly Uncertain

The video discusses how the federal funds rate is adjusted in response to changes in the economic outlook and associated risks. It highlights the potential impact of fiscal policy and other economic factors on the outlook and monetary policy. The decision-making process for policy is based on economic conditions, aiming for maximum employment and 2% inflation. The video also covers the reinvestment strategy for maturing treasury securities and mortgage-backed securities until the normalization of the federal funds rate is well underway.

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What factors can influence the economic outlook according to the text?

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What are the objectives mentioned in the text that guide policy decisions?

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What does the text imply about the future course of monetary policy?

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What is the anticipated action regarding the federal funds rate as mentioned in the text?

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