What is causing the rise in inflation we are seeing at the moment? And which trends could have an impact on prices in the future?
In this episode of The ECB Podcast, our host Katie Ranger looks for answers to these questions in the discussions held at the 2021 ECB Forum on Central Banking.
The views expressed are those of the speakers and not necessarily ... Show More
Nov 27
The rise of AI, stablecoins and private markets: how stable is the financial system?
When it comes to the risks to financial stability, things seem to have settled down a bit. But with trade tensions, an unpredictable US economic policy, geopolitical issues, a potential AI bubble and the rise of stablecoins, there is plenty to keep an eye on.
Has the global env ... Show More
21m 42s
Jul 2022
How Expecting Inflation Can Actually Create More Inflation
<p>To fight historic levels of inflation, the Federal Reserve this week, once again, raised interest rates, its most powerful weapon against rising prices.</p><p>The move was intended to slow demand, but there was also a psychological factor: If consumers become convinced that in ... Show More
28m 41s
Sep 2023
62. Rising concerns: The good, the bad and the ugly faces of inflation
In the first of a two-part series, this episode of the Weekly Tradecast looks at what inflation is, why we need it and when it becomes too much – with UNCTAD economist Jeronim Capaldo.
These days, inflation is high as disruptions from the pandemic and the war in Ukraine drive a g ... Show More
10m 29s