Paul Volcker (1927–2019)
This section pays tribute to the contributions of the late Paul Volcker, Federal Reserve chairman who went to war with inflation and acted as an inspiration to a generation of central bankers. Below is an obituary written by Daniel Hinge, who details the former Federal Reserve chairman’s contributions to central banking.
The hub includes recent and archived editorial contributions recording the life and times of one of the greatest central bankers of the modern era, covering his tenure at the Federal Reserve, his work on banking reform during the Obama administration and more recently on his formation of the Volcker Alliance. It also includes a review of Volcker’s recent memoir, providing insights into the key lessons learned during his decades of public service.
Other highlights include: Central Banking Publications founder Robert Pringle’s 1999 interview with the economist and his follow-up Lifetime Achievement Award interview in 2014.
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Paul Volcker, 1927–2019
The Fed chair made his name battling inflation, and left his mark on independence and post-crisis financial regulations
Paul Volcker on inflation, QE exit and monetary system flaws
Paul Volcker speaks with Robert Pringle about his experiences in defeating inflation, responses to the current financial crisis, QE exit and flawed discipline in the international monetary system.
Lifetime achievement award: Paul Volcker
Paul Volcker’s record of achievement in difficult circumstances continues to provide an inspiration to central bankers throughout the world
Book notes: Keeping at it, by Paul Volcker with Christine Harper
Volcker, a man who has made history, delivers a fascinating memoir, providing insights into the key lessons learned during his decades of public service, writes Jean-Claude Trichet
On the record: Paul Volcker
The former Fed chairman tells Congress that the central bank must take the leading role in regulating the financial system
Volcker proposes new regulatory structure with Federal Reserve at its heart
The Volcker Alliance sets out proposals for a new regulatory structure in the US that seeks to address the ‘fragmentation, overlaps and glaring gaps’ in the current system
Volcker: narrower role would make Fed too detached
Paul Volcker says removing supervision from Fed’s ambit would risk turning central bank into “academic seminar”
Extend Fed's regulatory power: Volcker
The Federal Reserve's role as a financial regulator must be expanded given its recent assistance to Bear Stearns and other investment banks, Paul Volcker, a former chairman of the Fed, said.
US can go it alone on reforms: Volcker
Former Fed chairman Paul Volcker says international consensus on reform not necessary
Ex-Fed's Volcker backs global currency
Paul Volcker, a former Federal Reserve chairman, on Thursday argued that the "ultimate logic" of an international financial system was a world currency, but acknowledged that there were no credible alternatives to the dollar for "many tomorrows".
Volcker steps down as economic adviser to Obama
President Obama announces departure of former Fed chair Paul Volcker from Economic Recovery Advisory Board; appoints General Electric's Jeff Immelt as head of new Council on Jobs and Competitiveness
Former Fed chair Volcker faults US policy
Former chairman of the Federal Reserve Paul Volcker has said US policy abroad is too abrasive.
China needs more Volcker and less Greenspan
According to this article published Monday 1 May, China's recent increase in interest rates may have the opposite effect to what was intended. The move may boost the economy, instead of slowing it, it says.
Volcker says Bernanke faces tougher time than him
In an interview with Bloomberg television, former Federal Reserve chairman Paul Volcker said Ben Bernanke faces an even tougher challenge than he did as leader of the Fed.
Bernanke praises Volcker and Greenspan contributions on policy communication
Current Fed chair uses centenary celebration to hail contributions of his two predecessors in improving the Fed's communications - including ‘qualitative forward guidance' under Greenspan
Ex-Fed's Volcker to head economic recovery group
Paul Volcker, a former chairman of the Federal Reserve, will head a new committee to foster growth and financial stability.
Volcker fights back as prop-trading ban comes under attack
Former Fed chair tells Risk.net that calls for total overhaul of eponymous rule are misplaced