About Shigeyoshi Matsuo
Lived 1843 – 1916 (aged 73). Shigeyoshi Matsuo was a Japanese banker and politician.
Baron was a Japanese businessman, central banker and the 6th Governor of the Bank of Japan (BOJ). He was a Baron and a member of Japan's House of Peers from 1900 through 1916.
Early life Matsuo was born in Hyōgo Prefecture.
Career In 1900, Matsuo had risen to the position of bureau chief in the Finance Ministry.
Matsuo was BOJ Governor from 20 October 1903 to 1 June 1911. During his term, the bank managed the money supply to restrain inflation.
In 1904, Matsuo assembled the heads of 35 commercial banks, offering favourable terms for lending by BOJ.
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Who was Shigeyoshi Matsuo?
Japanese politician (1843–1916)
When was Shigeyoshi Matsuo born?
Shigeyoshi Matsuo was born on 6 March 1843 in Hyōgo Prefecture.
When did Shigeyoshi Matsuo die?
Shigeyoshi Matsuo died on 7 April 1916.
What was Shigeyoshi Matsuo's occupation?
Shigeyoshi Matsuo was a banker and politician.
What nationality was Shigeyoshi Matsuo?
Shigeyoshi Matsuo was Japanese.
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· Wikipedia: Shigeyoshi Matsuo
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