Banking Books

The Michigan Bank Directory is a comprehensive listing of banks and financial institutions operating in the state of Michigan in the mid-20th century. The directory provides contact information, ownership, and financial data for each listed institution...

This book provides a detailed history of the Swedish central bank, from its founding in 1668 to the early 20th century. Drawing on a wide range of primary sources, the author explores the bank's role in the Swedish economy and its impact on monetary...

The ongoing globalization of financial markets has increased the import­ ance to users of financial services, policy-makers and financial analysts of understanding the structure and operation of banking systems in other...

For the first time in Australian financial history, the world of Australian payments, money, and banking systems is finally revealed, creating a learning tool anyone needing a solid understanding of the Australian financial industry:This book will...

The capacity of national central banks to 'step in' and bail out an economy is one which has proved to be vitally important over the years. This collection from Wood and Capie brings together important literature for the first time in book form.

A mixture of academic and practitioner research, this is the most detailed book available that provides an account of open market operations. With broad international appeal it includes discussions of central bank operations in Europe, North America,...

Redefining Financial Services explores the fundamental redefinition of the role of financial intermediaries in the new century. Combining empirical knowledge with a historical approach, the author reveals that seven centuries of advances in technology...

The European Union is an increasingly important influence on our daily lives with important political, economic and cultural implications. To understand how to bridge the gaps between national cultures and economic systems is an imperative. This book...

List of Tables List of Figures Preface Synopses of Contributors Introduction; B.Moore Belgium; R.V.Vennet Denmark; M.Balling & A.Grosen France; D.Plihon Germany; G.Lang Greece; C. Gortsos Ireland; R.Kinsella & P.Bourke Italy; F.Bruni, A.Balzarini & D.Fox...

Yukichi Fukuzawa was one of the most effective business entrepreneurs in early modern Japan. He was the inspiration for the Yokohama Specie Bank, without which the Japanese could not have set up a sound banking system. He began the bookstore chain...

Introduction WHO IS IN CHARGE OF THE EUROSYSTEM? Introduction The Decision-Making Process What the Treaty States (and What it doesn't State) The Balance of Power The Risks of a Weak ECB Implementation The Interpretation of the Treaty The Underlying...

Banking, Capital Markets and Corporate Governance explores the fragility of the banking system, corporate governance, and the increasing securitization of corporate finance. The contributors address the following issues: The impact of banking during a...

Notes on the Contributors Introduction Analysis of the Monetary Transmission Mechanism: Methodological Issues; B.T.McCallum Comment; L.J.Christiano & H.Uhlig Price Stability as a Target for Monetary Policy: Defining and Maintaining Price Stability; L.E.O...

Many policymakers argue that the best poverty policy not only provides cash to the poor for subsistence but also incentives and structures that encourage long-term social and economic improvement. As part of this, they make the case for Individual...

Local money has been used for hundreds of years and throughout the world, yet very few of us understand what it's all about. In the last few years, many more local currencies have been launched, but why? We all need money - to stay alive, to buy...

The Suffolk Bank is a historical book written by David Rice Whitney in 1878. The book provides a comprehensive account of the Suffolk Bank, which was a private bank established in Boston in 1818. Whitney delves into the history of the bank, its...

Un saggio che esamina le abitudini e le convenzioni nella gestione dei cambi nelle principali città europee, tra cui Livorno, che ha una lunga storia di scambi commerciali con l'estero. L'autore offre una panoramica su diverse transazioni commerciali e...

This important work examines the Bank Charter Act of 1844 and its impact on the British banking system. The author provides a detailed analysis of the principles behind the act, as well as its practical operation and effectiveness. Drawing on his...

This concise guide to banking and finance covers the historical development of banking systems, the principles of banking, and the functions of banks. Written for students and professionals alike, this book provides a clear and accessible introduction to...

This detailed report provides an overview of the functioning of the Presidency Banks of British India in the mid-19th century. The author, a financial expert and former employee of the banks, describes their organization, management, and role in Indian...

Eine umfassende Studie über das Bankwesen und seine Rolle in der Volkswirtschaft, geschrieben vom renommierten Wirtschaftswissenschaftler Adolph Wagner. Das Werk beinhaltet eine Analyse der Geschichte und Entwicklung von Banken sowie deren Funktionen und...

This book presents the financial history of Germany during the years 1876 to 1900 and discusses the foundation, functions, and policy of Reichsbank. It offers valuable insights into the banking history of the period and provides thoughtful analysis on...

This book presents a complete and authoritative record of the Glasgow Stock Exchange Association during the years 1844-1898. The Association played a significant role in the development of the Scottish economy, and this detailed study is an essential...

This authoritative history of the Canadian Bank of Commerce offers a detailed and engaging look at one of Canada's most important financial institutions. From its early days as a small regional bank to its position as a leader in the global banking...

This book provides an in-depth understanding of the bankers clearing house, explaining what it is and what it does. It is ideal for anyone interested in financial institutions and how they operate.This work has been selected by scholars as being...

This is a comprehensive history of the Canadian Bank of Commerce and the other banks that constitute its organization. It provides a detailed account of the bank's journey from its inception to its current state. The book offers insights into key...

This book is a detailed analysis of the role played by foreign trade in the banking industry. It covers a wide range of topics, including the history of banking, the impact of foreign trade on the banking sector, and the challenges faced by banks...

This historic report lays out the case for the creation of a centralized banking system in the United States, which ultimately led to the establishment of the Federal Reserve System. Glass, a key figure in the drafting of the Federal Reserve Act,...

An important work on the role of credit and banking in the modern economy. Hartley Withers provides a clear and concise explanation of the fundamental principles of banking, credit, and monetary policy, along with insights into the forces that shape...

Este informe gubernamental ofrece una visión completa del panorama financiero mexicano durante la primera mitad del siglo XX. Detallando el papel de las instituciones de crédito en el desarrollo económico del país, este documento es una fuente invaluable...

Il volume di Napoleone Colajanni offre un resoconto dettagliato della vicenda delle banche durante la crisi degli anni '90 e delle discussioni che ne sono seguite in parlamento. Un libro che rimane attuale e interessante per tutti coloro che vogliono...

He tamed the market's bulls and bears. "He was the best friend I have ever had in every way."--J. P. MorganIt was the height of the Gilded Age and J. Pierpont Morgan controlled the fate of railroads, corporations, and governments. The wealthy and...

The papers collected in this volume are those presented at the eighteenth Colloquium arranged by the Societe Universitaire Europeenne de Recherches Financieres (SUERF), which took place in Dublin in May 1994. The Society is...

List of Figures List of Tables List of Contributors Introductory Comments, Definitions, and Research on Indexes of Monetary Services; M.T.Belongia PART I: NEW RESULTS IN THEORY AND PRACTICE Beyond the Risk-Neutral Utility Function; W.A.Barnett & Y.Liu...

Most banks and the recently upcoming hedge fund industry rely to a differentextent on technical trading rules and technical analysis. The fact that thesetechnical trading rules yield superior returns in practice raises severalquestions that will be...

Le Dr John Coleman, auteur de The Committee of 300, raconte comment Mayer Amschel, le fondateur de la dynastie du "Bouclier rouge", a acquis sa première fortune. On est loin des mythes et légendes qui entourent encore l'homme qui a commencé comme...

"[A] startling and absorbing expose . . . Required reading for fans of muckraking authors like Barbara Ehrenreich."--Publishers Weekly, starred review"Exceptional . . . thorough, and even gut-wrenching. A significant contribution...