Gambling with Other People's Money: How Perverse Incentives Caused the Financial Crisis
Jan 2019 · Hoover Institution Press
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Uncover the hidden causes of the 2008 Financial Crisis and how to prevent the next one. This book challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that government bailouts, not private sector greed, were the primary culprit. Explore how perverse incentives and moral hazard fueled reckless risk-taking in the financial system.
Russ Roberts exposes how past interventions distorted the market, leading to the crisis. Discover the roles of Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac, and other key players. Learn why regulatory reforms may fall short and what steps are truly needed to restore financial stability. This insightful analysis is for economists, financial professionals, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of our economic system.
- Understand the perverse incentives that led to the crisis.
- Learn how government bailouts created moral hazard.
- Discover the role of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.
- Explore alternative solutions for financial stability.
Uncover the hidden causes of the 2008 Financial Crisis and how to prevent the next one. This book challenges conventional wisdom by arguing that government bailouts, not private sector greed, were the primary culprit. Explore how perverse incentives and moral hazard fueled reckless risk-taking in...
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About the author
Russ Roberts is the John and Jean De Nault Research Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution. He is the host of the podcast, EconTalk.
Russ Roberts is the John and Jean De Nault Research Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution. He is the host of the podcast, EconTalk.
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