The 1800s forged modern finance, moving from simple goldsmiths to complex national systems. This era saw the rise of central banks, clearinghouses, and paper currency, stabilizing trade and fueling the Industrial Revolution. By managing credit and capital, these institutions empowered industrialists and merchants, laying the groundwork for today's global economy.
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