Rethinking Monetary Policy and In...

Rethinking Monetary Policy and Independence

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Episode Notes: Rethinking Monetary Policy and Independence
  • Introduction:
    • Exploration of John H. Cochrane's take on monetary policy strategy, regulation, and central banks' mandates.
  • Cochrane's Critique:
    • Skepticism on Current Measures:
      • Disputes the efficiency of strategies like strongly negative interest rates, extensive quantitative easing, and broad forward guidance as stimulants for economic recovery in the wake of recessions.
    • Advocacy for a Price-Level Target:
      • Advocates for a shift from the common inflation targeting, arguing that price-level targeting can stabilize economies more effectively and offer clearer intentions from central banks.
    • Large Balance Sheet with In ... 
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