The Other Side

Poll outcomes in France, Germany could have a bearing on the common currency

It's not just crony capitalism and dishonest businessmen who are responsible for NPAs in PSBs

Results of such models are only as reliable as the assumptions on which the models are based

Such a war would hurt global growth and that of India as well

The world over, there are several limitations to central bank autonomy

Adherence to a fiscal deficit target without full reform of govt accounts may not be sufficient

This law coupled with Trump's trade protectionist policy may see China emerge as new economic leader

Paper discusses issues relating to sovereign debt defaults irrespective of the currency of the debt

Research say fast growing economies have relied on domestic savings to finance domestic investments

Despite her conviction, Lagarde has brought about policy changes at the organisation

Despite its continued appreciation, the currency seems undervalued

A liberal capital account reduces growth, increases income inequality and creates a dilemma for monetary policymakers. Yet we persist with it

A virtuous cycle has to take take off if electronic transactions as a medium of exchange is to soar in India following demonetisation

Given the unprecedented nature and scale of the demonetisation move, only in retrospect could the implementation have been better

Are independent central banks more a part of neoliberalism, of a laissez-faire ideology, not a way to improve the economy?

How relevant to the real world is economics dominated by mathematical formulae and abstract models?

IMF's macroeconomic theories are not in sync with situations on the ground

The only way in which the exchange rate will ensure a balance in the external account and optimise consumption is direct intervention by the central bank

A review of IMF's stance on market-determined exchange rates is needed

An economy pays a heavy price in terms of output loss, higher unemployment