Reactions to Treichl’s Criticism

Politics ♦ Published: May 17, 2011; 12:12 ♦ (Vindobona)

Treichl’s criticism of Austrian politicians and Basel III rules has sparked a public dispute. WIFO disagrees and calls banks’ attitude “highly provincial”.

Reactions to Treichl’s Criticism / Picture: © Vindobona.org

Andreas Treichl’s politician-bashing (read more here) provoked diverse reactions and stimulated a public debate in Austria. Academics do not agree with his critical comments on lending standards. Colleagues from banking are afraid he could have damaged the…