《货币之手》聚焦中央银行在当代经济中的角色与影响，探究其政策对全球经济的塑造作用。 全书围绕中央银行展开深入探讨，从历史与现实的多个维度，全面分析其在经济发展中的角色与影响。书中重点 聚焦2007—2009年全球金融危机和新冠疫情期间，中央银行所采取的一系列非常规货币政策，如量化宽松、负利 率政策等。详细剖析这些政策的实施背景、具体措施，以及在稳定金融市场、刺激经济增长方面的成效与不足。 同时，深入探讨了非常规货币政策带来的诸多意外负面后果，涵盖经济、社会等多个层面，包括债务积累、贫富 差距加剧、金融市场不稳定等问题。此外，还对央行长期以来以2%通胀率为目标的政策框架进行深刻反思，指出 其在当前经济环境下的局限性，并提出应将金融稳定纳入政策框架的建议。 译者：何平 出版社：湛庐文化/天津科学技术出版社 本书具有重要价值，它为理解中央银行政策提供了全面视角，梳理了经济金融历史事件与理论发展，对政策制定 者、学者和学生深入研究央行货币政策有重要参考意义，也适合关注经济金融动态的普通读者，帮助他们了解全 作者：【比】约翰·范·奥弗特维德（Johan Van Overtveldt）；【比】斯汀·罗切（Stijn Ro ...

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the role and impact of central banks in the global economy, particularly focusing on unconventional monetary policies implemented during the 2007-2009 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, highlighting both their effectiveness and unintended negative consequences [3][4]. Summary by Sections Introduction - The introduction emphasizes the pervasive influence of central banks, likening their role to both a magician and a dictator in the economic world, and discusses the mysterious qualities of power in financial systems [8]. Chapter 1: Legacy of the Great Depression - This chapter explores the historical context of central banking, including the lessons learned from past financial crises and the evolution of crisis management strategies [8]. Chapter 2: Leverage as Poison - It identifies five driving factors behind the largest financial crisis in history, including the U.S. housing bubble and the role of securitization in spreading risk [8]. Chapter 3: The Road to Hell - The chapter details the global spread of financial turmoil, the interplay between monetary markets and major financial institutions, and the responses from the U.S. and European central banks [8]. Chapter 4: Breaking the Norms - This section discusses the unconventional measures taken during financial crises, such as zero interest rates and quantitative easing, and the challenges faced by central banks in managing these policies [9]. Chapter 5: High Costs - It outlines various syndromes that emerged from the financial crisis, illustrating the complex consequences of central bank interventions and the emergence of shadow banking [9]. Chapter 6: The Eve of Change - The final chapter reflects on the need for a paradigm shift in monetary policy, questioning the long-standing 2% inflation target and advocating for a more balanced approach to financial stability [9]. Conclusion - The conclusion calls for a new path towards stable growth in the financial system, moving beyond unconventional measures [9].

Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the book "The Hand of Money," which analyzes the role and impact of central banks in the global economy, particularly focusing on unconventional monetary policies and their consequences during financial crises [3][4]. Summary by Sections Book Overview - The book provides a deep analysis of the central bank's role in the economy, particularly during the 2007-2009 financial crisis and the COVID-19 pandemic, examining unconventional monetary policies like quantitative easing and negative interest rates [3]. - It highlights the effectiveness and shortcomings of these policies in stabilizing financial markets and stimulating economic growth, while also addressing unintended negative consequences such as debt accumulation and increased wealth disparity [3]. Author Background - Johan Van Overtveldt, the author, is a former Belgian Minister of Finance and has extensive experience in economic management and central banking policy [4]. - Stijn Rocher, the co-author, serves as a policy advisor to the Flemish Minister of Finance and holds a PhD from the University of Antwerp [5]. Key Themes - The book emphasizes the importance of trust in the functioning of central banks, drawing parallels to Confucian teachings on governance and the necessity of trust for effective monetary policy [14]. - It warns of the over-reliance on central bank policies since the Great Moderation era, introducing various "syndromes" that may arise from the misuse of monetary policy, such as the "Butch Cassidy Syndrome" and the "Michael Jackson Syndrome," which reflect the dangers of excessive debt and economic dependency on central bank interventions [15][16]. Conclusion - The book aims to demystify central banking and monetary policy, encouraging a better understanding of their complexities and promoting a more responsible financial system that serves society [16].