Dear Colleagues,
Heightened geopolitical tensions, trade disputes, and unexpected events, such as the COVID-19 pandemic, have increased global economic uncertainty, making macroeconomic forecasting and policymaking more challenging. Rising income and wealth inequality pose significant challenges for macroeconomic stability, social cohesion, and policymaking. Addressing these disparities requires nuanced macroeconomic approaches. The recognition of climate change as a major economic concern demands that macroeconomic models incorporate environmental factors and assess the economic implications of transitioning to a more sustainable future. After a long period of low-interest rates in many economies limiting the effectiveness of traditional monetary policy tools, shifting patterns in inflation present challenges for central banks in managing inflation expectations. In addition, the emergence of digital currencies, including central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) and cryptocurrencies, introduces new challenges for monetary policymakers in terms of financial stability, privacy, and the role of traditional currencies. Financial markets are increasingly interconnected globally, making them susceptible to contagion effects. Geopolitical events and economic shocks in one region can quickly impact markets worldwide. Researchers, policymakers, and market participants must navigate these complexities to ensure economic stability and sustainable growth. Therefore, the aim of this Collection is to disseminate important empirical and theoretical research questions concerning the connection between Macroeconomics, Monetary Economics, and Financial Markets, which might include (but is not limited to):
- Monetary policy transmission in times of uncertainty;
- Anchoring of inflation expectations;
- Digital currencies;
- Green central banking;
- Inequality;
- Contagion and spillovers;
- International coordination of monetary policy.
Prof. Dr. Robert Czudaj
Collection Editor
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