Selected Essays — Alexandre Lamfalussy

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Selected Essays brings together a curated selection of Alexandre Lamfalussy’s writings from 1953 to 2014, reflecting his profound contributions as central banker and European monetary architect. Lamfalussy, founding president of the European Monetary Institute and key figure in the design of the euro, addresses the challenges of financial stability, European integration, and macroeconomic policy. Essays include early critiques on Belgian labor costs, analyses of defensive investment strategy, and cautionary reflections on debt cycles and financial bubbles—many of which remain prescient today. The volume honors his legacy and provides an accessible overview of his intellectual and policy impact