1. Observe the current inflationary pressures in most advanced countries. Analyse what are the possible drivers behind and the challenges faced by policymakers. 2. Observe the outstanding liquidity in the global financial market that followed the unconventional interventions implemented by several Central Banks. What possible risks/opportunities might there be for households (savers) and firms (investors)? 3. One of the current most debated topics in macroeconomics is the decline of the labour share of income in advanced countries. A measurement issue or consequences of structural changes? Discuss the possible explanations. 4. Is the current high level of government debt/GDP of a country of your choice a cause for concern? If so, how might it be reduced? 5. Review the reasons for the global financial crisis of 2008. Can you see any similarities/differences with the Covid-19 crisis? 6. Assess the causes and consequences of the recent rise in the US trade deficit. choose one of this questions.
