Livestream debate: Rising inflation – is it here to stay?
Sandra Parthie Event 24. January 2022 Livestream debate: Rising inflation – is it here to stay?
The recent surge in inflation has sparked a sometimes polarizing debate among central bankers, analysts, policymakers and the wider public. In July 2021, the ECB changed its inflation objective to a symmetric 2% target over the medium term. But euro area inflation has surged to 5% in December.
The recent surge in inflation has sparked a sometimes polarizing debate among central bankers, analysts, policymakers and the wider public. In July 2021, the ECB changed its inflation objective to a symmetric 2% target over the medium term. But euro area inflation has surged to 5% in December.
This virtual panel discussion will bring together leading economists to discuss questions like the following: Are we merely witnessing a temporary blip, or could inflation turn into a sustained threat for citizens and markets? Does the ECB adequately balance the benefits and side effects of its monetary policy? What are the political ramifications of inflation?
Welcome Dr Christian Ossig, Chief Executive, BdB
Panelists Prof Danuta Maria Hübner, MEP (EPP, PL), ECON Committee Dr Roland Straub, Counsellor to the President, ECB (tbc) Prof Michael Hüther, Director, IW Dr Holger Schmieding, Chief Economist, Berenberg
Moderator Alexander Weber, Bloomberg, Frankfurt (tbc)
Conclusion Prof Michael Hüther, Director, IW
Language English
Schedule 15h00 Welcome note by Mr Ossig 15h05 Housekeeping + introduction of speakers by the moderator 15h10 Introductory remarks by the panelists 15h25 Questions to the panelists by the moderator 15h40 Open discussion with questions from the audience (Chat) 15h55 Concluding remarks by Mr Hüther 16h00 End of event
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