Elections and devaluations
An unprecedented number of voters will go to the polls globally in 2024. Jeffrey Frankel discusses incumbent’s efforts to buoy the economy and the post-election economic situations
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Thought
Unlocking the power of ideas
The history of human progress has been defined by technological breakthroughs generated by ideas. Christine Lagarde argues we need the right conditions that allow them to reach their full potential
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The populist dynamic
There has been a surge in populism across Western democracies. Vincenzo Galasso, Massimo Morelli, Tommaso Nannicini and Piero Stanig evaluate how ruling parties might counter populism
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“Know thyself”
Failure to meet the Paris climate goals poses economic challenges that have an impact on central banks’ work, argues Frank Elderson. To avoid mistakes, policymakers must address the resulting structural changes
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A virtuous circle
Trust is essential for the success of public policies. Agustín Carstens argues that policymakers’ success in dealing with recent crises was due to the trust they had built over the years, which allowed them to take decisive action when required
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From laggard to leader?
Isabel Schnabel emphasises the euro area’s strengths in social protection and environmental initiatives, and advocates measure to close the euro area’s technology gap
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The role of fiscal policy
The global economy has seen a major financial crisis and a worldwide pandemic. Patrick Minford reviews the attempts to model these events and suggests policy conclusions
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A tale of two treatises
In the process towards European economic and monetary union, two reports played crucial roles. Ivo Maes focuses on the Werner and Delors Reports, capturing the key ideas and debates on the EMU process and the birth of the euro
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Interpreting the Dutch general election
The Dutch election could be a litmus test for 2024 elections. Patrick van Schie provides an insight into the November election
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Can AI prevent financial crises?
Financial markets have inherent instability. Daniel Dăianu considers the role of AI but finds it hard to imagine a complete replacement of human judgment in monetary policy
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