Scenario A
College graduates are moving back in with family in record numbers. They are waiting longer than previous generations to buy homes and start families. Data show downward trends in new home building, mortgage applications, and the birthrate. Multiple markets are complaining of falling demand. A national supplier of home goods permanently shut down. The media is calling babies born today part of the “baby bust generation.” Economists predict future school closings and labor shortages.
Would the Fed address the scenario with expansionary or contractionary policy?
Explain.
What is a specific monetary action the Fed might use in this scenario? Identify the tool and how the Fed would use it. Explain how this would address the scenario.
What is a specific fiscal action that Congress might use in this scenario?
Can someone please answer the questions about the scenario above please!!!
