Maurice Obstfeld
He has been researching the causes and consequences of the global trade imbalances in the world economy for two decades.
Top 3 podcasts with Maurice Obstfeld
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Jan 8, 2025 • 22min
S8 Ep2: What policymakers get wrong about US trade deficits
Maurice Obstfeld, a seasoned economist with two decades of research on global trade imbalances, dives deep into the intricacies of U.S. trade deficits. He questions popular narratives surrounding trade and job losses, particularly linked to China. The discussion highlights the real causes of these deficits amid the retreat from globalization, exploring the impact of technology on manufacturing. Obstfeld also critiques the proposed tariff solutions during the Trump administration, emphasizing their potential inflationary effects and broader economic consequences.
Jun 4, 2024 • 21min
Central bank divergence: Why it's happening and why it matters
Goldman Sachs' Chief Economist, Former chief economists of the ECB and IMF discuss Central bank divergence, implications for economies and markets, contrasting policies in G10 economies, economic recovery paths post-pandemic, historical rate hike patterns, currency volatility predictions amidst global monetary policy variations
Apr 17, 2025 • 31min
Why does the US have a trade deficit?
Maurice Obstfeld, an economist at the Peterson Institute for International Economics and author of "The U.S. Trade Deficit: Myths and Realities," dives into the complexities of the U.S. trade deficit. He discusses how domestic policies shape the trade imbalance, rather than just external pressures. The conversation highlights the impact of recent tariffs and examines misconceptions around the trade deficit's causes, including the historic shift from surpluses to persistent deficits. Obstfeld also explores implications for manufacturing jobs and the overall economy.
