Economics

The main focus of the Economics Teamn of the Association of German Banks is on relevant economic policy issues.

The focus of his work is on selected topics of economic policy that are particularly relevant for the banking industry. These include, in particular, monetary and currency policy. The thematic group analyses the current economic situation and, together with the Committee for Economic and Monetary Policy, prepares its own economic forecast every six months. Developments in the banking sector are monitored and events on the capital markets are examined, especially with a view to system stability

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Contact

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Volker HofmannHead of Economics, Director
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Friederika BoehmeAssociate
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Analysis of financial stability and systemic risks

We regularly look at risks to the national economy and assess various factors. You can find the current analysis here.

To the November 2022 presentation (German language)

Related Topic Groups

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Fiscal Affairs and Participations

The team Fiscal Affairs in the Association of German Banks wants to improve the tax framework for the banks' business and their customers.
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Capital Markets

The team deals with capital market law and regulation as well as financial market policy on behalf of the Association of German Banks
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Corporate Finance

Within the Association of German Banks, the team deals with corporate and foreign trade financing.
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Stakeholders and Projects

The team is responsible for strategic and organisational issues that affect the entire Association.