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News in English (USA) / 23.06.2026 / 13:00

Alan Greenspan, Influential Former Federal Reserve Chairman, Dies at 100

Alan Greenspan, the legendary economist and former chairman of the Federal Reserve, has passed away at the age of 100. Known for his pivotal role in shaping modern American economic policy, Greenspan’s tenure spanned four U.S. presidents and included significant influence over both boom and crisis periods in the economy. His legacy is marked by both the prosperity of the 1990s and the financial challenges that followed, including the 2008 global credit crisis. Tributes from various sectors remember him as a powerful figure who understood the intricacies of economic governance, while acknowledging the criticisms of his policies and the long-lasting impacts of his decisions.
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