Halftime Report

Fed Chair Powell Speaks 10/19/23

Oct 19, 2023
Fed Chair Powell comments on the economy and monetary policy. Discussion on treasuries supply and the impact of interest rates on the US economy. Reflections on lessons learned from the pandemic and the state of the banking system. Importance of doing the best job for the public.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 4min
2
Interpreting the Federal Reserve Chair's Remarks
03:42 • 9min
3
Supply of Treasuries & Surprise Factor
12:14 • 11min
4
Discussing the Resilient United States Economy and Promises
23:02 • 2min
5
The Impact of Interest Rates on the U.S. Economy
25:08 • 13min
6
Reflection on the Unknowable Future, Lessons from the Pandemic, and Economic Strength
37:53 • 3min
7
Lessons Learned and Shifting Focus
40:34 • 17min
8
State of the Banking System and Basel III Proposal
57:21 • 5min
9
Expressing Gratitude and Importance of Doing the Best Job
01:02:15 • 2min