Michael Holscher, Cfa
About Michael Holscher, Cfa
Michael Holscher is the Vice President of the Financial Sector Analysis Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York, where he has worked since 2004. He oversees a team dedicated to assessing risk and performance in both domestic and foreign financial institutions and contributes to the development of G-SIB policy under the Basel Committee.
Work at Federal Reserve Bank of New York
Michael Holscher serves as Vice President in the Financial Sector Analysis Department at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. He has held this position since 2004, contributing to the analysis of financial institutions. His role includes overseeing a team of 24 analytical staff and managers who focus on both domestic and international financial entities. Holscher participates as a member of the Federal Reserve System Secretariats, where he assesses risk, performance, and capital within the financial sector.
Education and Expertise
Michael Holscher earned a Bachelor of Arts (B.A.) degree from the University of Wisconsin-Madison, where he studied International Relations and Chinese Language and Literature from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education at The Johns Hopkins University - Paul H. Nitze School of Advanced International Studies (SAIS), obtaining a Master of Arts (MA) in International Finance from 2002 to 2004. His academic background supports his expertise in financial analysis and international finance.
Leadership in Financial Sector Policy
In his current role, Michael Holscher guides the development of policies related to Global Systemically Important Banks (G-SIB) under the Basel Committee. His leadership in this area reflects his commitment to enhancing the stability and performance of financial institutions on a global scale. Holscher's work contributes to the regulatory framework that governs significant banks, influencing both domestic and international financial practices.
Background in Financial Analysis
Michael Holscher has accumulated extensive experience in financial analysis over his 20-year tenure at the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. His responsibilities include evaluating the risk and performance of various financial institutions, which is critical for maintaining the integrity of the financial system. His background in international relations and finance enhances his analytical capabilities in assessing complex financial scenarios.