Recent Challenges to the Conduct of Monetary Policy in the WAEMU
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Summary:
This paper discusses recent challenges in BCEAO monetary policy, from a recent spike in inflation, the persistent erosion of external reserves, and strains in the regional financial market. In response to these shocks, the BCEAO operated via both policy rates and liquidity management, including by shifting from fixed to variable rate auctions. The paper finds that the conduct of monetary policy became progressively more constrained by financial stability and external viability challenges, arguing for enhanced monetary-fiscal policy coordination to help the BCEAO meet its reserves objectives.
Series:
Selected Issues Paper No. 2024/013
Subject:
International organization Monetary policy
Frequency:
Regular
English
Publication Date:
May 17, 2024
ISBN/ISSN:
9798400274121/2958-7875
Stock No:
SIPEA2024013
Format:
Paper
Pages:
19
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