Alan Greenspan, longtime U.S. Federal Reserve chairman, dies aged 100
Alan Greenspan, the influential former U.S. Federal Reserve chairman who served from 1987 to 2006, has died at age 100. His legacy is debated, ranging from his role in long-term economic growth to his perceived responsibility for the 2008 financial crisis.
Why it matters
Greenspan's tenure shaped modern American monetary policy and his death marks the end of an era for global economic governance.
Alan Greenspan, hailed as the greatest Federal Reserve chairman when he retired in 2006 but derided for a severe financial crisis that followed barely two years later, died on Monday (June 22, 2026) aged 100, NBC News reported.
The article provides a balanced view of his career, acknowledging both his successes and his critics.
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