Economics of Banking

<i>Economics of Banking</i> presents a thorough overview and analysis of the key aspects of financial intermediation necessary to understand this field. <br/><br/>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.<br/> <br/><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.<br/><br/>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.