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The Week That Was in Europe

Klaus Adam & Dirk Schumacher
European Central Bank
Inflation
Monetary Policy
Interest Rates
German Economy
Energy Prices
Euro Area Fiscal Policy
Fiscal Policy
Government Debt
Euro Area
China
Taxation
Distortionary Taxes
Household Well-Being
Core Inflation
Food Prices
Debt To GDP Ratios
Fiscal Consolidation
European Macro Research
Neutral Real Interest Rate

Every week, we discuss topical economic themes from a European perspective and provide perspective on key macro data news.

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Join us on as we delve into the economic consequences of Europe's evolving geopolitical landscape with our guest Moritz Schularick, President of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy. Together, we tackle the pressing issues arising from an imperia... more

Germany's industrial powerhouse has long been the backbone of Europe’s economy. But after years of steady growth, manufacturing activity has been on a downward trajectory since 2018. Could this decline suddenly accelerate due to "cluster effects" and... more

We discuss the effects of tariffs on consumers and producers, drawing on evidence from the tariff war during the first Trump administration.

The empirical evidence shows that import tariffs led to increases in domestic prices, reductions in import q... more

Join our discussion of the ECB's decisions and communication following its rate setting meeting on January 30, 2025 and learn about the outlook for Euro Area growth, inflation and interest rates.

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Recent Guests

Moritz Schularick
President of the Kiel Institute of the World Economy
Kiel Institute of the World Economy
Episode: Economic Consequences of Europe’s New Geopolitical Situation, with Moritz Schularick
Clemens Fuest
President of the Ifo Institute in Munich and expert on the German economy.
Ifo Institute
Episode: Getting Germany Back on Track - with Clemens Fuest (Ifo Institute)
Dan Breznitz
University professor at the University of Toronto and the Monk Chair of Innovation Studies
University of Toronto
Episode: The Role of Innovation for Society, with Prof. Dan Breznitz
Gabriel Felbermayr
President of the Austrian Institute of Economic Research since 2021 and former president of the Kiel Institute for the World Economy
Austrian Institute of Economic Research
Episode: Global Value Chains Under Pressure: What Future for Them? With Gabriel Felbermayr
Roel Beetsma
Professor of Macroeconomics focusing on budgetary policy and macroeconomics of pension systems
University of Amsterdam
Episode: Fiscal Consolidation in Europe: How to Achieve It? With Roel Beetsma (University of Amsterdam)
Valentin Mory
Expert on mobility and the car industry
Natixis
Episode: The Future of Europe's Auto Industry, with Valentin Mory (Natixis)
Andrei Levchenko
An internationally leading expert on international trade.
University of Michigan
Episode: New Insights into the Gains from International Trade, with Andrei Levchenko (University of Michigan)
Hadrien Camatte
Economist covering the French economy at Natixis.
Natixis
Episode: The French Elections Unpacked, with Hadrien Camatte (Natixis)
Hyun Shin
Co-head of the Monetary and Economics Department at the BIS
Bank for International Settlements
Episode: The Impact of AI on Finance & Central Banks, with Hyun Shin (BIS)

Hosts

Dirk Schumacher
Head of European Macro Research at Natixis, providing insights into economic trends and policy impacts across Europe.
Klaus Adam
Professor of Economics at University College London, focusing on macroeconomic theory and policy implications.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 33 ratings
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Several reviews note that the podcast successfully combines academic rigor with practical economic discussions.
Listeners appreciate the show's thorough exploration of economic issues and its accessible expert discussions.
The depth of analysis provided on European economics offers listeners valuable insights into complex topics.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#206
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#152
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#188
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Getting Germany Back on Track - with Clemens Fuest (Ifo Institute)
Q: How should the next government finance potential tax cuts or investment tax credits given the current constraints?
Reforms need to be introduced gradually and focus on limiting spending growth, while exploring cuts to existing subsidies as a potential means of financing tax reforms.
Getting Germany Back on Track - with Clemens Fuest (Ifo Institute)
Q: What does the government need to focus on in terms of labor market and social transfer reforms?
The government needs to encourage full-time employment, particularly among women, and adjust the social transfer system to improve incentives for higher earnings.
Getting Germany Back on Track - with Clemens Fuest (Ifo Institute)
Q: How much of the dismal growth performance of Germany can be attributed to these external factors versus internal factors?
It's difficult to quantify, but there are significant internal factors affecting the slowdown in the German economy in addition to external shocks like energy prices and China's economic changes.
The Role of Innovation for Society, with Prof. Dan Breznitz
Q: Is there a problem for the European Union in research and development spending?
Breznitz acknowledges a spending disparity between the US and EU, stressing the importance of R&D for innovation but also highlighting that specific societal goals should guide how innovation is approached.
The Role of Innovation for Society, with Prof. Dan Breznitz
Q: What counts as innovation?
Breznitz explains that innovation is often conflated with invention but emphasizes that innovation involves putting ideas into reality, encompassing improved products, services, and production processes.

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2. Clemens Fuest
3. Dan Breznitz
4. Gabriel Felbermayr
5. Roel Beetsma
6. Valentin Mory
7. Andrei Levchenko
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