Pop Goes “Independent” Central Bankers?

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Aug 31 2025 | 00:17:07

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Show Notes

Central banks have, it is claimed, played an integral role in the evolution of modern economies. Initially, central banks were closely tied to governments. Their independence became a formalized goal in the late 20th century, especially post-1970s inflation crises. However, critics argue this independence is often more theoretical than practical. Actually, The global trend toward independence, while not without critics, if often cited as a cornerstone of macroeconomic stability for the last four decades. I have my doubts about that given they are run by technocrats with a neoliberal bias, and economic assumptions, with a blind spot relating the private […]

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