In a single volume, this book treats the theoretical, empirical, and case studies approaches to the implementation of monetary reforms and discusses specific countries' experiences with these approaches. The analyses are not restricted to central bank or exchange rate reforms, but consider all...

The Handbook consists of 24 chapters that cover topics ranging from central bank independence and transparency to the impact of unconventional monetary policies. Some chapters also deal with the modelling challenges faced by central banks as well as balance sheet management. The tensions faced...

In recent years central bankers have placed new emphasis on communication with financial markets and the general public. They have done this not only through the traditional channel of monetary policy pronouncements but also by increasing the quantity of information they make public. Yet as...