Episode
Understanding Congress’s Impact on Financial Markets
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- This Week in Business
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- Jun 12, 2026
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- 756
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Summary
Courtney Wiegand, Wharton Assistant Professor of Finance, explains her research on how fiscal policy shocks and shifting deficit expectations affect bond markets, inflation, monetary policy interactions, and the long-term implications of congressional budget decisions for financial markets. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.