The theory of financial leasing views financial leases as substitutes for secured debt. Empirical studies have reported a high positive correlation between lease ratios and debt ratios and that lessors earn higher rates of return than lenders. These results contradict traditional leasing theory....

Monetary policy is considered to be an important tool in the hands of an apex financial institution of any country in directing economic resources to achieve its goal. However there has been increasing literature focusing on its efficacy. This paper is an attempt in addressing the continuing...