Outlines the provisions of the US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation Improvement Act (1991) (FDICIA) and presents a study of its effects on banks and their customers. Develops a mathematical model to identify the factors contributing to the price of loans and applies it to 1977‐98 data from...

Outlines the effect of exchange rate fluctuations on bank performance and investigates the relationship between exchange rate exposure and stock value for eight major Greek banks. Explains the methodological problems involved, develops a mathematical model and applies it to 1995‐1998 data for...

Considers the macroeconomic effects of European monetary union and the launch of the euro, suggesting that it offers major advantages to European traders, investors and consumers by reducing transaction costs, currency risks and information costs. Recognizes some problems, e.g. transition costs,...