We analytically derive optimal central bank portfolios in a minimum variance framework with two assets and "transaction demands" caused by sudden stops in capital inflows. In this model, the transaction demands become less important relative to traditional portfolio objectives as debt to reserve...

We analytically derive optimal central bank portfolios in a minimum variance framework with two assets and quot;transaction demandsquot; caused by sudden stops in capital inflows. In this model, the transaction demands become less important relative to traditional portfolio objectives as debt to...

The world has too much debt and too little equity. This circumstance cost it dearly; glaringly during the great financial crisis(GFC) between late 2007 and 2010 and the European sovereign debt and banking crises that started in 2010. Debt, characterized by fixed financial commitments, can be a...