A brief history of central banks

Michael Bordo

Economic Commentary, 2007, issue Dec

Abstract: One of the world?s foremost economic historians explains the forces behind the development of modern central banks, providing insight into their role in the financial system and the economy.

Keywords: Monetary policy; Financial stability; Banks and banking, Central (search for similar items in EconPapers)
Date: 2007
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