policymaker
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Those projections, and accompanying transcripts, show a policymaker whose views on inflation diverged from those of his colleagues as the 2007-09 crisis receded.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Aug. 24, 2026
Donaldson quickly rose through the DUP's ranks, no longer a politician of protest but a key figure in the party's chain of command, developing a reputation as a strong media performer and policymaker.
From BBC ● Jun. 22, 2026
A Bank of Japan policymaker has warned that Middle East tensions could cause underlying inflation to overshoot the BOJ’s target, offering another signal that rate hikes are around the corner.
From The Wall Street Journal ● May 21, 2026
In his first tenure at the Fed, Warsh was considered a "hawk" -- a policymaker who favors addressing the inflation side of the mandate, usually by raising interest rates.
From Barron's ● May 12, 2026
ECB policymaker and Bundesbank president Joachim Nagel also warned that a policy shift may be needed.
From MarketWatch ● Mar. 11, 2026
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