A Practical Guide to Macroeconomics

‘In 2021, when inflation surged in the United States, deep divisions arose among macroeconomists about how the Federal Reserve should respond. Macroeconomic theory and the workhorse models needed to be better equipped to recognize the realities of the pandemic, and it showed. Jeremy Rudd brilliantly lays out the roots of the problem. Over time, academic theory has become increasingly disconnected from the real world and the needs of policymakers. His book brings us back to foundational questions. Without a deep and humble introspection, we will be no better prepared for the next crisis. In his book, Rudd sets us on the path to do just that.’ Claudia Sahm, founder of Sahm Consulting and former Federal Reserve economist‘Jeremy Rudd’s remarkable book is far more than a ‘practical guide.’ His unique and impressive blend of erudition, insight, and chutzpah ensures that any economist who delves into this book will find both reasons to scowl and reasons to smile as Rudd deftly picks modern macro apart. This book earns a prominent place on my bookshelf.’ Alan S. Blinder, Gordon S. Rentschler Memorial Professor of Economics and Public Affairs, Princeton University‘… attempts to bridge the gap between academic theory and practitioner actions. … Recommended.’ T. Chesebro, CHOICE‘Jeremy Rudd’s insightful book … is an important resource for economists who study and provide monetary and fiscal policy analysis at the macroeconomic level. This book has much advanced technical material, but it is written in a reasonably accessible manner for economic professionals … I enjoyed reading this book, and I will reach for it often as an accessible reference regarding how a wide variety of macroeconomic theories and literatures are employed in monetary policy settings.’ Charles L. Evans, Business Economics

Jeremy B. Rudd has worked as a policy economist for the past thirty years at the Council of Economic Advisers, the US Treasury Department, and the Federal Reserve Board. He was a Deputy Assistant Secretary for economic policy at the Treasury Department in 2007-2008 and 2009-2010.