Dealing with Time Inconsistency: Inflation Targeting versus Exchange Rate Targeting

Adopting a single instead of multiple targets can be an effective way to overcome the classic time-inconsistency problem. The choice of a single mandate depends on the trade openness and the credibility. Reduced-form empirical results show as central banks become less credible, they are more likely...

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Main Authors: Davis, J.S (Author), Fujiwara, I. (Author), Wang, J. (Author)
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Blackwell Publishing Inc. 2018
Subjects:
E30
E50
F40
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