Volcker
Volcker is most often used to refer to Paul Adolph Volcker (1927–2019), an American economist and public servant who was the chairman of the U.S. Federal Reserve from 1979 to 1987.
As Fed chair, Volcker pursued a policy of disinflation through highly restrictive monetary policy, raising the
After leaving the Fed, Volcker advised governments and served in public service roles. He chaired the Economic
The name Volcker is also attached to the Volcker Rule, a set of provisions enacted as part
Volcker remained active in public affairs and policy discussions later in life. He is widely recognized for