This paper aims to present and analyze the functions performed by the Brazilian federal banks, in a Keynesian perspective, emphasizing its role: i) in promoting economic and regional development, by directing credit to specific sectors and regions, ii) the anti-cyclical action, especially after...

This paper aims to present and analyze the functions performed by the Brazilian federal banks, in a Keynesian perspective, emphasizing its role: i) in promoting economic and regional development, by directing credit to specific sectors and regions, ii) the anti-cyclical action, especially after...

"First volume in a series on Brazilian federalism analyzes the increased spatial deconcentration of economic activity between regions, within regions, and within states. Also addresses the new and increased international economic links of the regions, the impact of deconcentration on the labor...