Money, Markets, and Stability

Understanding the Principles and Legacy of Monetarism

De: The Practical Atlas

Narrado por: Virtual Voice

Discover the powerful economic ideas that reshaped modern policy and continue to influence central banks today.

Money, Markets, and Stability: Understanding the Principles and Legacy of Monetarism explores one of the most important schools of thought in twentieth century economics. Rising as a direct challenge to Keynesian orthodoxy, monetarism emphasized the central role of money supply in driving inflation, stability, and growth. From Milton Friedman’s groundbreaking theories to real-world applications in the United States, the United Kingdom, and beyond, this book provides a clear and engaging journey through monetarism’s history, principles, and lasting impact.

Inside, you will learn:

• How monetarism emerged as a response to stagflation and the breakdown of Keynesian policies
• The role of Milton Friedman and the Chicago School in shaping monetarist thought
• Why the Quantity Theory of Money remains central to debates about inflation
• How monetarism challenged the Phillips Curve and introduced the concept of the natural rate of unemployment
• The successes and struggles of monetarist policies in practice, from Paul Volcker’s Federal Reserve to Margaret Thatcher’s reforms
• The spread of monetarist ideas across the globe, including their influence in Latin America, Europe, and Asia
• Key criticisms of monetarism and its limitations in modern economies
• How monetarist principles live on today in inflation targeting, central bank independence, and global financial stability

Written in clear, accessible language, this book is perfect for students of economics, policy professionals, or anyone curious about how monetary ideas shape the world we live in. By the end, you will understand why monetarism still matters, what lessons it offers for the future, and how its legacy continues to guide central banks in a rapidly changing global economy.

If you want to deepen your understanding of inflation, stability, and the policies that affect money and markets, this comprehensive exploration of monetarism is an essential read.

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