Monetary policy guides inflation and economic growth. Learn what it means, the main types, and how central banks manage interest rates and stabilize the economy.

Discover how a policy mix combines fiscal and monetary policies to stabilize economies. Learn its components, benefits, and ...

With Donald Trump now elected the next U.S. president, investors once again are honing in on important global economic variables and monetary policy. Attention is on inflation, growth and employment, ...

Financial markets adjust frequently to news, sending clues about how the economy is functioning. To expand our understanding of these market perspectives, the San Francisco Fed has increased the ...

Recent research has identified periods when the Federal Reserve intentionally acted to slow inflation when it exceeded desired levels. The success of these disinflation attempts reveals the extent of ...