Understanding Congress’s Impact on Financial Markets

Understanding Congress’s Impact on Financial Markets

June 12, 2026 · 13 min

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Courtney Wiegand discusses the effects of fiscal policy shocks and congressional budget decisions on financial markets.

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.

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