Allan H. Meltzer

American economist and academic author

Allan H. Meltzer - American economist and academic author
Born

February 6th, 1928
97 years ago

Died

2017
8 years ago — 89 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

United States

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Contributed significantly to the field of economics through numerous works and theories. Served as a professor of economics at Carnegie Mellon University. Played a pivotal role in the development of monetarism and was a member of the Council of Economic Advisers. Authored the comprehensive history of the Federal Reserve, detailing its evolution and impact on the economy. Participated in various national and international economic policy discussions.

Authored 'A History of the Federal Reserve'

Served on the Council of Economic Advisers

Contributed to the development of monetarism

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