As a manager of a firm, you are concerned about a potential increase in interest rates, which would reduce the demand for your firm's products. The Fed is scheduled to meet in one week to assess economic conditions and set monetary policy. Economic growth has been high, but inflation has also increased from 3 percent to 5 percent (annualized) over the last four months.
- What strategies can you implement to create a positive outcome for your firm?
- If you were invited to the Fed's meeting, what would you say to argue policy beneficial to your firm?