Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has maintained that politics will not play a role in the FOMC’s policy decisions, even as pressure mounts.

Fondly called “MBM Lea,” De Leon stands as a holistic economic policymaker who has a clear and effective grasp of both fiscal and monetary policy. She had the privilege of serving as the ...

If there’s production there is money. It’s that simple. "Money” is merely an agreement about value among producers that enables the exchange of actual goods, services, and labor. It’s all ...

China is advised to cautiously time its monetary easing moves amid rising trade tensions with the U.S. Although room exists for policy loosening, the focus is on choosing the right timing and strength ...

Download PDF More Formats on IMF eLibrary Order a Print Copy Create Citation We study the role of life insurers in the transmission of US monetary policy. Insurers have uniquely long-term liabilities.