In this episode, we focus on Quantitative Easing (QE). We discuss what exactly happens when the Federal Reserve engages in QE and what it really does do to the economy.

-      What are the mechanics of QE?

-      Why does the FED do QE? What is the theory?

-      Does QE work as advertised?

-      What are the consequences of QE for economic activity, financial markets, and inequality?

Link to the article discussed in this episode

https://www.stlouisfed.org/publications/regional-economist/third-quarter-2017/quantitative-easing-how-well-does-this-tool-work#one

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