Born
March 5, 1918
Champaign, United States
Died
March 11, 2002
New Haven, United States
Known for
American economist
James Tobin (1918–2002) was United States best known for American economist.
James Tobin (March 5, 1918 – March 11, 2002) was an American economist and professor. He received the Nobel Memorial Prize for his analysis of financial markets and advised President John F. Kennedy on economic policy. Tobin is also remembered for proposing the "Tobin tax" on foreign exchange transactions.
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James Tobin died on March 11, 2002 in New Haven, United States, at the age of 84.
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James Tobin was born in Champaign, United States on March 5, 1918.
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James Tobin is best known for American economist.
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James Tobin was 84 years old at the time of death.
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James Tobin was from United States.
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