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Polityka monetarna Rezerwy Federalnej w warunkach kryzysu finansowego
The monetary policy of the Federal Reserve in conditions of the financial crisis

Author(s): Emilia Klepczarek
Subject(s): Economy
Published by: Łódzkie Towarzystwo Naukowe

Summary/Abstract: The paper conducts an analysis of the Federal Reserve actions in response to the financial crisis in the years 2007–2010. The article presents the instruments of monetary policy that were used by the central bank of the United States to activate the transactions on the interbank market. Mitigating the effects of the subprime crisis required from the monetary authorities pursuing the policy that has not only provided a liquidity to financial markets but also helped to restore confidence in the financial sector institutions. Presented actions demonstrate the important role of a modern central bank in maintaining the stability of economy.

  • Issue Year: 2011
  • Issue No: 84
  • Page Range: 339-368
  • Page Count: 30
  • Language: Polish