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Economic impact of US tariff hikes: Significance of trade diversion effects

The 2025 US tariff increases varied significantly across most economies. This column argues that the economic impact of these tariffs…

4 months ago

Reaching the public: How direct central bank communication anchors citizens’ inflation expectations

While the inflation expectations of professional forecasters and firms are well anchored around inflation targets, the inflation expectations of citizens…

4 months ago

The economic impact of European capital market integration

Economic growth in Europe continues to trail behind that of the US, largely due to smaller productivity gains. A key…

4 months ago

How AI chatbots can improve voter information

Citizens need clear, accessible information to make informed decisions, but today’s digital landscape can be overwhelming. This column tests whether…

4 months ago

Reaching the public: How direct central bank communication anchors citizens’ inflation expectations

While the inflation expectations of professional forecasters and firms are well anchored around inflation targets, the inflation expectations of citizens…

4 months ago

Easy money, easy spending: A new take on the resource curse

When wealth or income suddenly increases, colloquially referred to as ‘easy money’, this may be directed towards unproductive use, referred…

4 months ago

When aid kills: How foreign assistance can fuel political violence

Western donors drastically cut foreign aid in 2025, reigniting the familiar debate over whether aid works. This column examines how…

4 months ago

Prudential instruments and the recent inflationary episode

Since the Global Crisis, prudential instruments to address financial stability concerns have been enhanced and broadly adopted across countries. Using…

5 months ago

Unpacking US tech valuations: An agnostic assessment

The recent performance of the largest US tech companies has raised concerns about the risk of a stock market bubble.…

5 months ago

Loose monetary policy, dollar depreciation, and debt sustainability: Do not forget Venice

History suggests that using lax monetary policy and a weaker currency to address debt sustainability is a dangerous game. This…

5 months ago