Peter Orszag
Peter Orszag is an American economist and former government official who served as the Director of the Office of Management and Budget under President Barack Obama. Known for his expertise in economic policy and fiscal matters, Orszag has played a significant role in shaping economic strategies during his tenure in public service. He is a prominent voice in discussions about the implications of fiscal policy, including the potential consequences of trade wars and their impact on global markets. Recently, he was in the news for his warning regarding the escalation of trade tensions initiated by President Donald Trump, suggesting that such conflicts could evolve beyond tariffs into broader economic and financial repercussions.
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Peter Orszag commented on the current fiscal situation and its implications for the US economy.
America’s superpower is waning and Donald Trump’s part of the problem
Australia· 2025-05-26
Peter Orszag stated that Trump's objectives regarding tariffs were contradictory.
Amenaza de recesión mundial y las otras razones de Donald Trump para frenar aranceles a mayoría de países
Colombia· 2025-04-13
Peter Orszag cautioned that the trade war initiated by Trump could escalate beyond tariffs.
Investidores se desfazem de títulos dos EUA e levantam dúvidas sobre status de ‘porto seguro’
Liechtenstein· 2025-04-09
Orszag warned that trade uncertainty is causing corporate leaders to reconsider their strategic plans.
Territory, tariffs and chaos: How Donald Trump upended the world order in 50 days
India· 2025-03-13
Peter Orszag, chief executive of Lazard, stated that the uncertainty created by the tariff wars is causing boards and C-suites to reconsider their pathway forward.
Markets reel as Trump’s tariffs take a toll – The Mail & Guardian
South Africa· 2025-03-13
Peter Orszag stated that Trump's tariffs have created uncertainty among major companies.
Filosofia lui Trump, „prostește-i pe cei fraieri”, cu care ai câștigat alegerile, nu mai funcționează
Romania· 2025-03-13
Peter Orszag, chief executive of asset manager Lazard, said it’s in the economy’s best interest for the Fed to remain independent.
Elon Musk wants to audit the Fed. Is that a good idea?
United States· 2025-02-22
Peter Orszag warned that Trump's trade war could evolve into something greater than tariffs.
Trump iniciou sua guerra das tarifas, mas reação dos países pode transformá-la na guerra da dívidaLiechtenstein· 2025-02-18