Jacob Viner

Economist, author of 'The Customs Union Issue'

Jacob Viner - Economist, author of 'The Customs Union Issue'
Born

May 3rd, 1892
133 years ago

Died

1970
55 years ago — 78 years old

Category

Thinkers & Philosophers

Country

Canada

Links & References

Born in 1892, an economist and academic specialized in trade theory and public finance. Contributed to economic discussions surrounding tariffs and trade policies. Served as a professor at the University of Chicago and published several influential texts. Helped to shape economic policy and theory, particularly in customs unions and trade agreements. Involved with the National Bureau of Economic Research and contributed to significant academic discourse in the field of economics.

Authored 'The Customs Union Issue'

Worked at the University of Chicago

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