The Fed cuts interest rates
The US central bank, the Federal Reserve (Fed), is meeting next week. Almost everyone expects interest rates to be cut by 0.25 percentage points. Not because the economy clearly demands it, but [...]
Dancing on the Euro volcano
The euro is celebrating its 26th birthday this year, but there is little cause for celebration. On the contrary, Europe’s common currency finds itself in a precarious situation reminiscent of a [...]
Increasing likelihood of a new Iranian revolution
While markets focus on the downside risks of the Iran war, a historic opportunity for regime change is emerging. Following Trump’s devastating attacks on three Iranian nuclear facilities, we are [...]
Jackson Hole Economisch Symposium
From Thursday, 22 August, the Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City will host the Jackson Hole Economic Symposium. Attendees include central bankers, economists and specialist media from around the [...]