Alan Greenspan
Alan Greenspan is a renowned American economist who served as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1987 to 2006. Known for his influential role in shaping U.S. monetary policy, Greenspan's tenure was marked by significant economic events, including the dot-com bubble and the financial crisis of 2008. His communication style, often characterized by vague and complex language, earned him the nickname 'The Maestro.' Greenspan's insights into the economy have been widely studied and debated, and he remains a prominent figure in discussions about economic theory and policy.
Born on Mar 06, 1926 (99 years old)
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Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Switzerland | 1 | 7.00 | 0.07% | +0% | 8,654,622 | 6,186 | $700,000 | 500$ |
| China | 1 | 9.00 | 0.04% | +0% | 1,402,112,000 | 630,163 | $14,000,000 | 6,292$ |
| Totals | 2 | 1,410,766,622 | 636,349 | $14,700,000 | 6,792$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
Switzerland:
Alan Greenspan, former chairman of the US Federal Reserve, commented on signs of froth in local markets.
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China:
Alan Greenspan, Secretary-General of the United Nations Conference on Trade and Development, said that China advocates open trade and believes in the contribution of trade and investment to development.
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Switzerland:
Alan Greenspan was criticized for his refusal to reduce the risk potential of derivatives.
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Italy:
Alan Greenspan is referenced regarding his past warnings about economic bubbles.
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Spain:
Alan Greenspan had warned about the fiscal situation of the country during his tenure as Federal Reserve Chairman.
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Peru:
Alan Greenspan, then chairman of the FED, minimized the risks during the dot-com crisis without preventing the collapse.
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United States:
Alan Greenspan warned of the country’s fiscal situation in 1988.
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Argentina:
Alan Greenspan was the head of the Federal Reserve who raised interest rates in February 1995.
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Switzerland:
Alan Greenspan convinced Bill Clinton that consolidating the budget was necessary to avoid rising interest costs.
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Switzerland:
Alan Greenspan is considered partially responsible for the LTCM case due to his laissez-faire approach as the head of the Federal Reserve.
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