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A brief history of central banks


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;

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Provider: Federal Reserve Bank of Cleveland

Part of Series: Economic Commentary

Publication Date: 2007

Issue: Dec

Order Number: 1