Macro

US Central Bank: Rate Cut in Challenging Times

As expected, the US Federal Reserve has lowered its federal funds rate by 0.25 percentage points despite...

Market Commentary – Macroeconomic Outlook: AI Could Prove to Be a Growth Wild Card

A recession is unlikely in the US. However, the Federal Reserve faces the challenge of balancing an economic slowdown with persistent inflation. Given the rising debt ratio, financial markets are relying on the central bank to be ready to act as a lender of last resort if necessary.

Vol. 266 The Digital Euro: What Is the Current Status?

Dr Jürgen Schaaf & Dr Jörn Quitzau

This week, we speak with Dr Jürgen Schaaf (Advisor at the European Central Bank) and Dr Jörn Quitzau...

US Federal Reserve Lowers Federal Funds Rate by 25 Basis Points

After Fed Chairman Jerome Powell had already hinted at a rate cut in his Jackson Hole speech, the move has...

Vol. 262 Argentina’s Reform Policy under President Javier Milei

Dr Hans-Dieter Holtzmann (Project Director at Friedrich Naumann Foundation for Freedom)

This week, Dr Jörn Quitzau (Bergos Chief Economist) speaks with Dr Hans-Dieter Holtzmann (Project Director...

ECB Stays the Course: No Change in Interest Rates

The European Central Bank (ECB) leaves key interest rates unchanged in September, as inflation is close to...

French Risk: Bailout Instead of Default, if Necessary

France is unable to get its public finances under control. Prime Minister François Bayrou has failed to...

Vol. 259 What About the Independence of the US Federal Reserve?

This week, we speak with Dr Jörn Quitzau (Chief Economist) about the US president's recurring attacks on...

Vol 253 US Trade Policy: What’s Next?

This week, Dr Jörn Quitzau (Bergos Chief Economist) speaks with Peter Rashish (Vice President and Director...

Vol 252 Current Economic Situation

This week, we speak with Dr Jörn Quitzau (Chief Economist) about possible economic consequences of the...