What will you learn from this book
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Volcker as a Stabilizing Force: Exploring Volcker's role as the Chairman of the Federal Reserve and his efforts to combat inflation during the late 1970s and early 1980s, often through controversial interest rate hikes.
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Commitment to Public Service: Highlighting Volcker's dedication to public service, integrity, and his willingness to make tough decisions for the greater good of the economy.
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Financial Reforms: Discussing Volcker's contributions to financial regulation and reforms, including the Volcker Rule aimed at limiting banks' proprietary trading.
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Monetary Policy Expertise: Exploring Volcker's deep understanding of monetary policy and his impact on shaping Federal Reserve policy and economic thought.
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International Influence: Examining Volcker's influence on global economic policies and his contributions to international financial stability.
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Economic Crisis Management: Detailing Volcker's strategies and decision-making during economic crises, including his responses to the Latin American debt crisis.
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Leadership Style: Analyzing Volcker's leadership style, his pragmatism, and the challenges he faced in implementing tough economic measures.
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Legacy and Impact: Assessing Volcker's enduring legacy in economics, finance, and central banking, and how his policies and ideas continue to influence contemporary economic thought.
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Character and Integrity: Discussing Volcker's character traits, including his integrity, independence, and willingness to challenge conventional economic wisdom.
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Personal Insights: Offering personal insights into Volcker's life, upbringing, and the experiences that shaped his views on economics and finance.
| Language | English |
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| ISBN-10 | 0-471-73586-8 |
| No of pages | 244 |
| Font Size | Medium |
| Book Publisher | Wiley |
| Published Date | 23 Sep 2005 |
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As the Chairman of the Federal Reserve from 1979 to 1982, Paul Volcker established himself as one of the most influential economic thinkers. Currently a major advocate for corporate governance and accounting reforms, Volcker’s reputation as a great business leader with uncompromising ethics continues to this day. Written by award-winning New York Times journalist Joseph Treaster, Paul Volcker: The Making of a Financial Legend takes readers through the most compelling moments of this legend’s life in private and public service. From his early days as a young Treasury Department official through his appointments to the New York Federal Reserve Bank, the Federal Reserve, and James D. Wolfensohn, Inc., this inspiring book captures the significant moments in Volcker life and explores the ethical, economic, and moral dilemmas he faced at every turn.