Prepare for a Storm
In late February Alan Greenspan warned of the possibility of a recession. The next day the markets took a dive. …
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The World’s Greatest Unreported Hyperinflation
Zimbabwe has entered the hell of hyperinflation. Indeed, inflation in March rose by well over the 50% monthly threshold for …
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Hyperinflation
In march prices rose by more than 50% as Zimbabwe entered the hell of hyperinflation. That was followed, on Apr. …
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Fewer Central Banks, Please
Central banks issue currency and exercise wide discretion over the conduct of monetary policy. Although widespread today, central banks are …
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Abolish Rigid Labor Markets
Yugoslav strongman Josip Broz Tito died on May 4, 1980, and his funeral was witnessed by more politicians and state …
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The Real Difference Between Indonesia and the Rest
Sir, Dennis de Tray (Letters, July 5) attempts to clarify the International Monetary Fund’s record in dealing with Indonesia during …
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