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When central banks over-deliver, markets listen differently

Financial markets pay close attention to monetary policy, and surprise policy decisions can strongly affect asset prices and the real…

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The impact of global versus regional energy shocks on the EU

Not all energy shocks are alike. This column uses a multi-country, multi-sector DSGE model with production networks and trade linkages…

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One office day a month boosts remote team performance

Remote work has become a permanent feature of labour markets. It can reduce commuting costs, expand flexibility, and help firms…

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Independent central banks take more risk, not less

The fiscal dominance view holds that politically captured central banks are more likely to be pushed into taking risky positions,…

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From bilateralism to a system: Europe’s early trade treaties and lessons for EU trade policy in a contested world

As tensions rise between major powers and the global trading system becomes more contested, policymakers often frame the choice they…

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Trade restrictions, trade policy uncertainty and FDI flows

Trade policy has become a major source of macroeconomic risk. The sharp rise in trade restrictions and the growing unpredictability…

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Private capital markets and inequality

Private capital markets have expanded rapidly, but access remains concentrated among wealthy investors. This column presents new evidence from the…

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Electing women does not reduce corruption: Evidence from Brazil

As women gain political ground around the world, there is hope that the election of more women might also mean…

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The impact of trade wars on firms in third countries

Bilateral trade shocks may reallocate demand and competition across countries, creating spillovers for firms in bystander countries. To study how…

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The design and effect of tariff retaliation: Evidence from the EU

As global trade policy becomes increasingly protectionist, the threat of tariff retaliation looms large. This column analyses how the EU’s…

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