Macro Musings

Geography, institutions, and culture are just a few of the key drivers that help explain economic growth throughout history.

Heading into the next framework review, there are numerous policy changes that the Fed could consider to help avoid inflationary crises in the future.

Despite some popular commentary, the Phillips curve continues to be an important idea in understanding the inflation rate.

Entering 2024, economists and policymakers should consider dropping tribalist attitudes when discussing the future path of inflation.

Despite overestimated concerns surrounding balance sheet size and reserve demand instability, central banks should consider the possibility of returning to a scarce reserve operating system.

An esteemed panel of guests join Macro Musings to reflect on the biggest surprises, themes, and stories of 2023 with an eye toward what 2024 may have in store.

From Adam Smith to Milton Friedman, Tyler Cowen breaks down his evidence and reasoning for who should be considered the greatest economist of all time.

As hyperinflation and other macroeconomic concerns continue plague Argentina, committing to a policy of dollarization may offer a much needed remedy.

Heading into the next framework review, policy messaging will be a crucial consideration for the Fed as it considers possible changes to the current FAIT regime.

As geopolitical power struggles continue to unfold across the globe, the burgeoning field of geoeconomics is becoming increasingly crucial as a tool to help understand how nations leverage their economic strength in the political arena.