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Economic growth Quote by Jerome Powell

“Long-term economic growth depends mainly on nonmonetary factors such as population growth and workforce participation, the skills and aptitudes of our workforce, the tools at their disposal, and the pace of technological advance. Fiscal and regulatory policies can have important effects on these…” quote by Jerome Powell
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“Long-term economic growth depends mainly on nonmonetary factors such as population growth and workforce participation, the skills and aptitudes of our workforce, the tools at their disposal, and the pace of technological advance. Fiscal and regulatory policies can have important effects on these factors.”

Jerome Powell

About This Quote

Source Speech: Monetary Policy Forum, 2023

Economic growth is driven by demographic and human capital factors, not just money, and policy can influence them.

In simple terms: Growth depends on people and tech, not just money.

Key Takeaway

Focus on education, health, and innovation.

Themes

economics policy growth human capital technology

Mood

analytical informative

Type

policy economic

When to use this quote

  • government planning
  • business strategy
  • education reform
  • technology investment

Key Concepts

demographic trends skill development innovation regulatory impact

Questions to Reflect On

  • How can policy better support skill development?
  • What role does technology play in growth?
A Different Perspective

Policy effects are indirect and take time.

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