Stress Test
Stress Test
Timothy F. Geithner
Bill Gates
The former Treasury Secretary's front-row view of the financial crisis. - Bill Gates
Mr. Money Mustache
[An] 800-page description of the financial crisis and I found it pretty captivating. - MMM
Warren Buffett
Sensational . . . [This book] will forever be the definitive work on what causes financial panics and what must be done to stem them when they occur. - Warren Buffett
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Stress Test

Stress Test: Reflections on Financial Crises

Timothy F. Geithner
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Timothy F. Geithner
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In "Stress Test," Timothy F. Geithner delivers an unflinching account of his tenure at the epicenter of the financial crisis that threatened to engulf the global economy. Drawing from his experiences as the President of the Federal Reserve Bank of New York and later as the Secretary of the Treasury under President Barack Obama, Geithner navigates readers through the tumultuous journey from the brink of economic collapse to the painstaking path toward recovery. His narrative, rich in detail and analysis, offers an insider’s perspective on the critical decisions and daunting challenges faced by a small cadre of policymakers working against the clock—and often against popular sentiment—to avert a second Great Depression. Beyond the mechanics of crisis management, Geithner’s memoir is a deeply personal story of resilience and public service. Through candid reflections, he sheds light on the behind-the-scenes struggles, the political battles, and the personal toll of steering the country through its most perilous economic times since the 1930s. "Stress Test" is not just a chronicle of financial policies and their implications; it is an impassioned argument for the vital role of government in safeguarding the economy, a testament to the unsung heroes of the financial world, and a reminder of the fragile interplay between finance and society. It stands as a crucial guide for navigating future crises, emphasizing the importance of preparedness, transparency, and, above all, courage in the face of uncertainty.

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Released
2014
1 Jan
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592
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[An] 800-page description of the financial crisis and I found it pretty captivating. - MMM
Sensational . . . [This book] will forever be the definitive work on what causes financial panics and what must be done to stem them when they occur. - Warren Buffett
The former Treasury Secretary's front-row view of the financial crisis. - Bill Gates
you cannot enjoy the light without enduring the heat.
— Timothy F. Geithner, Stress Test

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