Paul Volcker
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - The Financial Crisis in Perspective | Harvard Kennedy School (Mar 2021)
Paul Volcker's analysis of the financial crisis emphasizes the need for banking reform, addressing structural imbalances, and focusing on long-term sustainability to prevent future crises. He also highlights the importance of economic leadership and addressing income inequality to promote economic stability.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - The EMU and World Finance (Jun 2019)
Paul Volcker's career and views on the European monetary union offer insights into the complex interplay between economic policies and global financial stability. The journey of the euro reflects the dynamic interplay of economic policies, monetary management, and global financial stability.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Paul Volcker & Ray Dalio | State of the US Economy & Government (Feb 2019)
Effective governance requires fiscal responsibility, professional management, and a skilled civil service, as exemplified by Paul Volcker's principles and experiences. Leaders like Volcker demonstrate the importance of vision, execution, and respect in overcoming opposition and achieving results.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Crisis in Government Performance (Jan 2019)
Government reform is necessary to address inefficiencies, accountability issues, and low public trust, but faces challenges in implementation due to political dynamics and interest groups. Improving government management, accountability, and public trust requires comprehensive reforms that address deep-rooted issues and promote evidence-based decision-making.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - THE FED AS REGULATOR CONFERENCE Keynote Address (Sep 2018)
Paul Volcker advocated for comprehensive financial reforms to enhance the stability of the banking system, address regulatory weaknesses, and prevent future financial crises. He proposed a reevaluation of the roles of FSOC, OFR, the Federal Reserve, and other agencies to improve coordination and oversight of the financial system.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Bretton Woods Annual Meeting (Apr 2017)
Paul Volcker stressed the need to simplify the U.S. financial regulatory system and called for international cooperation in financial regulation to ensure market stability.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - On the Treasury and the Fed, Regulation and More | Institute for New Economic Thinking (Dec 2016)
Government management challenges include bureaucratic inefficiency, politicization of agencies, and lack of attention to public service training. Systemic reform in regulatory agencies, public service education, and government effectiveness is needed to rebuild trust and ensure a more competent and reliable government.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Landon Lecture (May 2016)
Paul Volcker's lecture emphasized the urgency of combating inflation, highlighting its detrimental effects on economic stability and the need for coordinated policies involving monetary restraint, fiscal responsibility, and public understanding. Volcker's comprehensive strategy aimed to promote price stability and sustainable economic growth, addressing the challenges of inflation and the obstacles to bringing it down.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Public Lecture at Princeton (Feb 2014)
Paul Volcker criticized the current state of U.S. governance, calling for effective public administration, policy reform, and a shift in public service education. He emphasized the need for practical implementation of policies, transparency in financial reporting, and a comprehensive review of financial regulation to improve governance.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Interview at GW Law School (Nov 2013)
The US federal government structure is outdated and hinders effective governance, while European governance often benefits from non-political management systems. The Federal Reserve's dual mandate of price stability and maximum employment is confusing and misleading, and its intervention in the mortgage market goes beyond its mandate.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Q&A following his speech, "Essential Elements of Financial Reform" (Oct 2013)
Paul Volcker emphasizes the need to limit the size of financial institutions and adopt reforms like the Volcker Rule, while acknowledging concerns about potential downsides and the importance of international consensus. Goldstein argues for stricter size limits and a reduction in financial institution balance sheets relative to GDP to prevent future crises.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - The Fiscal Cliff and Beyond (Aug 2013)
America's fiscal imbalance poses a risk of a market crisis, necessitating a credible plan for long-term fiscal sustainability, learning from Europe's experiences. The path forward involves balancing tough choices, spending cuts, tax reforms, and entitlement program redesigns, avoiding the further postponement of addressing these issues.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Remarks at Council on Foreign Relations (May 2013)
Former Fed Chairman Paul Volcker's insights highlight the evolving role of central banks in addressing economic challenges, from inflation to income inequality, and emphasize the need for balanced policy-making and responsible governance. Volcker critiques the government's dominance in the mortgage market and advocates for a freer capital market, while offering suggestions for addressing global financial imbalances and income disparities.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Towards a New World of Finance | Fung Global Institute (Jun 2012)
Asia's rise to economic prominence challenges Western hegemony and necessitates financial and monetary reforms. International consensus and reforms are crucial for addressing systemic risks and imbalances in the global financial system.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - On the current financial crisis (May 2012)
Financial crises are recurring due to systemic risks in the complex financial system, requiring comprehensive reform in intermediation, regulation, and oversight. Paul Volcker emphasizes the need for a systemic response beyond structural and regulatory issues to address the fundamental flaws in the financial system.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Reflections Lecture at Central Bank of Barbados (Mar 2012)
Emerging economies' rise is reshaping the global economic balance, necessitating a reimagined framework, while financial complexity and market interconnectivity pose systemic risks.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - USA Inc (Jun 2011)
Accounting scandals like Enron and WorldCom led to reforms like the Sarbanes-Oxley Act, which aimed to enhance auditor independence and corporate governance. The accounting industry faces challenges in balancing principles and rules, maintaining auditor independence, and addressing conflicts of interest.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - A History of the Federal Reserve (Dec 2010)
The Federal Reserve faced challenges in balancing price stability and maximum employment, leading to high inflation in the 1960s and 1970s. Paul Volcker's disinflation policy successfully reduced inflation but resulted in high unemployment.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - "A Conversation with Paul Volcker and Josh Bolten" (Dec 2010)
Paul Volcker's insights into financial market regulation, globalization, and economic shifts offer a critical perspective on the evolving global economy, emphasizing the need for reforms to address the risks and imbalances in the financial system. Globalization's benefits have been unevenly distributed, leading to concerns about income inequality and the stability of the global economic order.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - LSE Director's Dialogue with Paul Volcker (Dec 2010)
Paul Volcker's insights focus on economic recovery, financial reform, the Eurozone crisis, regulatory reforms, and the future of the financial sector. Central bank independence, regulatory reforms, and the international monetary system are among the key topics discussed.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Stanford Institute for Economic Policy Research Prize (2010)
Paul Volcker's economic policies and inflation control strategies earned him the inaugural CEPR Prize, recognizing his significant impact on monetary policy and financial landscapes. Volcker's advocacy for regulatory reforms, orderly liquidation, and international cooperation in addressing global economic challenges shaped his legacy in economic policy and financial regulation.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Discussion at Vassar (Oct 2010)
Paul Volcker's contributions to economics and public service include his fight against inflation, advocacy for regulatory reforms, and insights into the 2008 financial crisis, emphasizing systemic risk and the need for oversight of complex financial markets. By promoting reforms to address moral hazard and proposing the Volcker Rule, he aimed to reduce the likelihood of future bailouts and systemic crises.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - "Essential Elements of Financial Reform," at the Peterson Institute (Mar 2010)
Paul Volcker emphasized the need for comprehensive regulatory reforms to reduce systemic risks revealed by the financial crisis, including legislative action and robust regulatory agencies. Volcker's analysis highlighted the complex interplay between financial institutions, regulatory frameworks, and the broader economic environment.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Remarks about economic crisis |Financial Markets Research Center Conference at Vanderbilt (Apr 2009)
The unique complexity of the current financial crisis calls for comprehensive regulatory changes to address interconnectedness and vulnerabilities. The necessity of creating a new financial system requires a calm and thoughtful approach rather than piecemeal legislation.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Reflections on the World Economy (Jan 2009)
Paul Volcker's analysis of the 2008 financial crisis emphasizes the need for robust regulatory reforms and a balanced approach to free and competitive markets. He highlights the importance of addressing underlying economic imbalances and restoring confidence in the financial system.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Paul Volcker Interview (Oct 2008)
The global financial crisis sparked a dramatic market plunge, leading to a loss of confidence and recession fears. Paul Volcker emphasized the need for comprehensive financial system reform, focusing on flexibility, innovation, and stability.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Reflections on the World Economy (Oct 2008)
The 2008 financial crisis was caused by financial imbalances, subprime mortgages, and regulatory failures. Paul Volcker emphasized the importance of addressing imbalances in consumption and savings and the need for financial system reform.
Paul Volcker (USA Former Chairman of the Federal Reserve) - Financial Disclosures (2002)
Accounting and auditing reforms are necessary to address the systemic failure in accounting and auditing standards, restore trust in financial reporting, and ensure the integrity of capital markets. Strong corporate governance, international accounting standards, and a principle-based auditing approach are key elements of these reforms.