Discussion paper
Joseph Vavra, Assistant Professor of Economics, studies macroeconomics and monetary economics, labour, and computational economics. In his recent research he argues that monetary policy is less effective during volatile recessions. He also has work studying how durable consumption responds to stimulus, and how prices respond to exchange rate movements. Vavra holds multiple degrees (Ph.D., M.Phil., M.A.) all in economics from Yale University. Additionally, he earned a B.A. (magna cum laude) in math, mathematical economic analysis, and statistics from Rice University. In addition to Vavra’s Teaching Fellow and Research Assistant positions, he has experience working as an intern at the White House Council of Economic Advisors. His interests outside of economics include scuba diving, food, and travel.
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The rise of niche consumption
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House and goods price inflation: Evidence from bar code data
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- Monetary Policy
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Durable consumption during recessions
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- Macroeconomic policy