Economics of Banking

<p><i>Economics of Banking</i> presents a thorough overview and analysis of the key aspects of financial intermediation necessary to understand this field. <p/>Based on the latest theory and supporting arguments with practical examples Hans Keiding discusses the problems of competition risk taking in banks and the irregularities that may occur as a result. Banks in distress and avoiding bank failures through suitable regulation are also treated in a rigorous yet easy-to-understand way. <p/><i>Economics of Banking</i>: <br>- Treats financial intermediation both from the point of view of the bank itself and from that of society<br>- Covers both microeconomics of banking and risk management in banks<br>- Offers more complicated mathematics as optional. <p/>A comprehensive advanced undergraduate or master's level textbook for students in banking economics and finance who need to get to grips with the economic theory of banks.</p>