Former Fed Chair Alan Greenspan Dies at 100

Former US Federal Reserve chairman Alan Greenspan died at age 100 from Parkinson's complications on June 22, 2026, marking the end of an era for one of the 20th century's most influential policymakers. His 18½-year tenure at the Federal Reserve saw him lauded for guiding the economy through global upheaval, making the Fed central to modern markets. However, his legacy is mixed, with critics from Bloomberg and NBC News pointing to his perceived shortcomings in financial regulation. Currency Media Limited and The Wall Street Journal have also analyzed his complex impact on the global economy. Townsend-Greenspan, Townsend & Greenspan, and Greenspan Associates were among the entities associated with his career.