Ebook: Competition, Concentration and Efficiency of Commercial Banks in South Korea, Mainland China and Taiwan

Well-researched and informative, this record analyzes the development of commercial banks in China, Taiwan, and Korea. Utilizing empirical data, this detailed account demonstrates that the nature of the banking sector is monopolistic and that competition can not only coexist with consolidation, but also improve the efficiency of banks under normal circumstances. This valuable examination will interest bankers, investors, and academics alike.