The puzzle of credibility in international markets -- A theory of credibility through financial integration -- Foreign bank advantage in comparative perspective -- Currency boards and foreign bank presence -- Inflation targeting and foreign bank presence -- Reputation in crisis -- Conclusion

Cover page -- Halftitle page -- Title page -- Copyright page -- Dedication -- CONTENTS -- FIGURES -- ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS -- INTRODUCTION The Needle (and the Damage Done) -- The Needle -- The Damage Done -- What Went Wrong -- PART I ANATOMY OF THE NORTH ATLANTIC FINANCIAL CRISIS -- Chapter 1...