Access the full text.
Sign up today, get DeepDyve free for 14 days.
Loading next page...
/lp/emerald-publishing/the-federal-reserve-and-retail-payments-a-historical-review-K3e1KMDq01
- Publisher
- Emerald Publishing
- Copyright
- Copyright © Emerald Group Publishing Limited
- ISSN
- 1358-1988
- DOI
- 10.1108/JFRC-09-2016-0077
- Publisher site
- See Article on Publisher Site
Abstract
PurposeThe purpose of this paper is to provide a comprehensive historical review of the role of the Federal Reserve in retail payments in the USA.Design/methodology/approachIt reviews the literature on the role of the Federal Reserve and assessments of its involvement.FindingsIn addition to its oversight and operational role, the Federal Reserve has conducted R&D and facilitated technology adoption. It has provided effective competition to the private sector without subsidies.Research limitations/implicationsThe Federal Reserve has served the public interest and private networks have benefited from the “visible hand” of government.Practical implicationsMigration to electronic payments will likely change its role from an operator to setting standards for safety and security.Originality/valueThe historical review provides context against which the future strategy of the Federal Reserve may be assessed.
Journal
Journal of Financial Regulation and Compliance – Emerald Publishing
Published: Feb 12, 2018