Explore the critical role of economic governance institutions in shaping economic performance with “Does Economic Governance Matter?” This insightful book, part of the New Directions in Modern Economics series, delves into how rules, norms, and enforcement practices influence economic actors’ decisions, impacting micro and macro outcomes globally. It expands the governance literature by examining power asymmetry, regulation, transnational company strategies, and law enforcement. Discover the interplay of formal, private-ordering, and private institutions, and understand the determinants of institutional quality and efficiency. Essential reading for academics, students, and practitioners in economics, public policy, corporate governance, and business law seeking to grasp the nuances of effective economic governance.