Research: Will Coronavirus Impact Fed Policy?

Will Coronavirus Impact Fed Policy?

By Blu Putnam, Chief Economist, CME Group

Highlights

  • Spread of coronavirus could disrupt retailers, manufacturers, and tech firms.
  • As ships are stranded at China’s ports, shipping industry could also be impacted.
  • Will Fed cut rates at March, April FOMC meetings if global growth slows?
  • China likely to support state-owned and large companies with new loans.
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