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Independent Central Bank (ICB)[edit]
An independent central bank is a monetary institution that operates autonomously from the government of the country in which it is located. This autonomy is primarily in the realm of monetary policy decision-making and its execution. The concept of central bank independence gained widespread acceptance internationally in the late 20th century[1].
Background on Establishment[edit]
The movement towards establishing legally independent central banks gained momentum in the late 20th century. This shift was influenced by a growing consensus among economists and policymakers about the potential advantages of central bank independence[2]. Key among these advantages were:
- Reduction of Political Influence: Independent central banks are thought to mitigate the risk of political interference in monetary policy, which can lead to short-term decision-making and potentially higher rates of inflation.
- Credibility and Long-term Stability: By being independent, central banks can provide a stable and credible commitment to long-term monetary policies, which is crucial for economic planning and investment.
Legal Characteristics[3][edit]
Legally independent central banks are typically characterized by:
- Statutory Autonomy: They often have legal guarantees of independence, including prohibitions against direct government intervention in monetary policy decisions.
- Operational Independence: This includes control over key operational aspects like budgetary decisions and personnel appointments.
- Transparency and Accountability: Although independent, these banks usually have clear mandates and procedures for policy formulation, ensuring transparency and accountability in their operations.
Policy Roles and Instruments[4][edit]
The specific roles and instruments of independent central banks can vary by country, but they commonly include:
- Monetary Policy Execution: Implementing policies to control inflation and stabilize the national currency.
- Crisis Management: Acting as a lender of last resort during financial crises.
- Systemic Oversight: Overseeing national payment and settlement systems and managing the country's foreign exchange reserves.
- Government Banking Services: Handling the banking needs of the government, including holding its accounts and reserves.
Common Instruments[5][edit]
These include:
- Open Market Operations: Buying and selling government securities.
- Reserve Requirements: Setting the reserves that banks must hold.
- Interest Rate Decisions: Determining key interest rates to influence the economy.
See Also[edit]
References[edit]
- ^ "What is central bank independence?". Reuters. 2022-08-05. Retrieved 2023-12-06.
- ^ Herger, Nils (2019), "A Brief History of Central Banks", Understanding Central Banks, Cham: Springer International Publishing, pp. 9–42, doi:10.1007/978-3-030-05162-4_2, ISBN 978-3-030-05161-7, retrieved 2023-12-06
- ^ "Understanding the Role of Central Banks in the Financial System", Monetary Policies and Independence of the Central Banks in E7 Countries, Advances in Finance, Accounting, and Economics, IGI Global, 2020, pp. 40–64, doi:10.4018/978-1-7998-1643-0.ch003, ISBN 978-1-7998-1643-0, retrieved 2023-12-06
- ^ Rwangombwa, John (2021-04-01), "Central Banking and Financial Inclusion", 50 Years of Central Banking in Kenya, Oxford University Press, pp. 138–145, doi:10.1093/oso/9780198851820.003.0009, ISBN 978-0-19-885182-0, retrieved 2023-12-06
- ^ Ozili, Peterson K (2022). "Difficult Issues in Financial Regulation for Financial Stability". SSRN Electronic Journal. doi:10.2139/ssrn.4001722. ISSN 1556-5068.