As the US Federal Reserve faces intense political pressure to slash interest rates, the debate over central bank independence and its global impact is heating up. But what are the real dangers of setting "artificial" interest rates, whether they are politically motivated or not?

Economist Dr. Carmelo Ferlito, CEO of the Center for Market Education, joins us to make his radical case against the foundations of modern monetary policy. He argues that any centrally-planned interest rate distorts the market, de-anchors inflation expectations, and ultimately leads to monetary disorder, speculation, and asset bubbles.

We discuss:

• The dangers of "artificial" interest rates, whether high or low.

• How political interference erodes trust in central bank independence.

• The critical distinction between fiscal and monetary policy.

• Why artificial rates lead to speculative asset bubbles and instability.

• Alternative frameworks, like market-determined rates and currency competition.

  For economists, investors, and policymakers, this is a thought-provoking challenge to the conventional wisdom of modern monetary policy.

Produced by: Roshan Kanesan

Presented by: Roshan Kanesan

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Categories:  economy,  politics,  government,  international

Tags:  monetary policy,  central banking,  us federal reserve,  interest,  macroeconomics,