Is the ZLB self-fulfilling? In this video, Kevin Lansing explains how expectations about the inflation rate can have an impact on the central bank’s ability to use the ZLB. This video was recorded in July 2017 at a macroeconomics conference organised by the Bank of England.
Jean Tirole 29 September 2017
Why do we behave differently from our self-interests? In this video, Jean Tirole talks about the economics of ethics, and the drivers of human behavior. This video was recorded at the 6th Lindau Meeting on Economic Sciences in September 2017.
Héctor Calvo Pardo 27 September 2017
Are social interactions a source of information for taking financial decisions? In this video, Héctor Calvo Pardo explains the links between financial literacy, social interactions and investments. This video was recorded in July 2017 at a macroeconomics conference organised by the Bank of England.
Giovanni Nicolò 25 September 2017
How does psychology determine economic outcomes? In this video, Giovanni Nicolò explains how pessimistic beliefs can have negative impacts on economic outcomes. This video was recorded in July 2017 at a macroeconomics conference organised by the Bank of England.
Jaume Ventura 22 September 2017
What are the effects of globalisation on the structure of the state? In this video, Jaume Ventura presents his research and some of the modelling challenges. This video was recorded at the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics in May 2016.
George Evans 20 September 2017
What are the constraints of the zero lower bound? In this video, George Evans explains how sufficiently large fiscal stimuli can be used to avoid stagnation. This video was recorded in July 2017 at a macroeconomics conference organised by the Bank of England.
Jan Eeckhout 18 September 2017
Firms and individuals spend a lot of time finding the right fit. In this video, Jan Eeckhout explains the role of uncertainty, and how it could help explain the increase in wage inequality. This video was recorded at the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics in November 2015.
Philippe Bracke 15 September 2017
Sales in the housing market have been low for a few years. In this video, Philippe Bracke explains how the original house price has an effect on the owner's decision to sell. This video was recorded in July 2017 at a macroeconomics conference organised by the Bank of England.
Giacomo Ponzetto 13 September 2017
What is the link between citizens, insitutions and globalisation? In this video, Giacomo Ponzetto underlines the relevance of psychology and availability of information. This video was recorded at the Barcelona Graduate School of Economics in November 2016.
Arzu Uluc 11 September 2017
How can a central bank affect the housing market? In this video, Arzu Uluc discusses tools available to policymakers at the central bank. This video was recorded in July 2017 at a macroeconomics conference organised by the Bank of England.