2021 Jackson Hole Economic Symposium focuses on "reassessing monetary policy effectiveness & transmission" with Fed Chair Powell's speech under scrutiny for potential interest rate decisions.

The annual Jackson Hole Economic Symposium, hosted by the Kansas City Federal Reserve, convenes this week in Wyoming, attracting central bankers, economists, and officials from around the world. This year's theme is "reassessing the effectiveness and transmission of monetary policy." Participants present academic papers and engage in discussions, with attendees closely scrutinizing Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's speech for potential clues on future interest rate decisions, particularly amid concerns about inflation and unemployment.

August 22, 2024
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