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Why are banking systems unstable in so many countries--but not in others? The United States has had twelve systemic … banking crises since 1840, while Canada has had none. The banking systems of Mexico and Brazil have not only been crisis prone … but have provided miniscule amounts of credit to business enterprises and households. Analyzing the political and banking …
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Why are banking systems unstable in so many countries--but not in others? The United States has had twelve systemic … banking crises since 1840, while Canada has had none. The banking systems of Mexico and Brazil have not only been crisis prone … but have provided miniscule amounts of credit to business enterprises and households. Analyzing the political and banking …
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banking system has weathered the global financial crisis relatively well. Executive Directors have noted that Panama is facing …
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This paper discusses the Former Yugoslav Republic of Macedonia’s Second Review Under the Stand-By Arrangement and Request for Waiver of Performance Criteria and Rephasing of the Program. The 2007 fiscal deficit target increased modestly to 1 percent of GDP. Taxes were cut and budget...
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Following an extended period of strong economic performance, Vietnam is facing considerable challenges. Growth moderated to 6.2 percent in 2008. Rapid credit growth fueled by massive capital inflows, coupled with a surge in commodity prices, led to high inflation and large trade deficits in the...
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This 2008 Article IV Consultation highlights that Montenegro has made significant progress in overhauling its economy. The authorities have taken several welcomed steps to help strengthen financial sector stability. Executive Directors have welcomed the structural reforms implemented over the...
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