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Paul Volcker: “The only number that works is zero”

New Books in Economic and Business History

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Volcker's Legacy: Shaping Global Markets

This chapter explores the influential role of Paul Volcker during his chairmanship of the US Federal Reserve from 1979 to 1987, particularly his aggressive monetary policies to combat inflation. Through extensive interviews and personal anecdotes, the narrative uncovers Volcker's early influences and the enduring principles that guided his impactful leadership.

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