Under fire: Finnish markka
Article Abstract:
Currency speculation brought the possibility of a devaluation of Finnish currency and threatened to drain foreign-exchange reserves. The event highlighted the economic woes of Finland and the vulnerability of smaller central banks outside of the European monetary system.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1992
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Shakier than they should be: Japan's trust banks
Article Abstract:
Trust banks are becoming strained by bad loans made to property, construction and other areas which accounted for 26% of loans in 1992. Although trust assets do not appear on a bank balance sheet, widespread lending has become a threat.
Publication Name: The Economist (UK)
Subject: Business, international
ISSN: 0013-0613
Year: 1993
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