Michael R Strain

Michael R Strain

The writer is director of Economic Policy Studies at the American Enterprise Institute

Michael R Strain

The US Fed's wrong move: Rate cuts risk fuelling inflation rebound

The Fed's estimate of the neutral rate is wrong. To adequately slow demand, the Fed appears to need the policy rate to be above 4 per cent

Updated On: 19 Sep 2025 | 11:24 PM IST

Tariff chaos, policy missteps raise fears over US economic stability

Mr Trump's campaign policy agenda had both pluses and minuses. While there were obvious flaws, much of what he wanted to do would have advanced prosperity

Updated On: 19 Mar 2025 | 11:24 PM IST

Could high-skill immigration increase under Donald Trump's leadership?

The key question is straightforward: When the MAGA wing is in conflict with pro-business conservatives or the tech community, who will win? The answer is uncertain

Updated On: 17 Jan 2025 | 11:34 PM IST

The Fed should not cut interest rates yet

The Fed has entered the last mile of its fight against inflation. With its credibility at stake, it must not flinch before it reaches the finish line

Updated On: 19 Jul 2024 | 10:49 PM IST

What soft landing?

The Fed must peer through the murk and assess which direction the economy is heading

Updated On: 15 Mar 2024 | 11:27 PM IST