Fed urged to block Trump re-election, DeLisle Worrell on the IMF, and the dollar’s reserve currency role

‘No change at IMF under Lagarde’s watch’: People have long dreaded engagements with the IMF. Not only is it the last resort of governments whose policies have failed; all too often, Fund assistance has come with conditions that worsen matters. Under Christine Lagarde’s watch, nothing has changed, writes DeLisle Worrell. Read more.

Meeting

Japan and Europe – Lessons in monetary and fiscal policy: OMFIF will hold a roundtable discussion on Thursday 19 September in New York to examine how the supposed ‘Japanification’ of Europe helps explain economic developments in the euro area, and to identify mutual learning opportunities. Read more.