BS EDIT: The Greenspan Era

By Business StandardPublished On Jun 24, 2026

An Influential Legacy

Alan Greenspan shaped global central banking during nearly two decades at the US Federal Reserve

The Great Moderation

His tenure was marked by low inflation, steady growth and limited macroeconomic turbulence

A New Era of Transparency

Greenspan helped make Fed communication more open, beginning with rate announcements in 1994

Seeds of a Crisis

Critics argue easy liquidity and market support under Greenspan contributed to later financial excesses

Mandates in Conflict

Success in managing inflation and unemployment often came at the cost of regulatory vigilance

Lessons for India

Greenspan’s reflections underscored India's need for faster reforms and sustained long-term growth