Dark Finance

"Dark Finance" by Fabio Mattioli is a groundbreaking exploration of the intertwining of finance and power in Eastern Europe, published in 2020. Through an immersive ethnographic lens, Mattioli delves into the Macedonian construction sector, revealing how financialization transforms economies and reinforces authoritarian regimes. This compelling work illustrates that rather than democratizing financial access, it perpetuates the dominance of a small elite of oligarchs, who monopolize international credit, leading to a cycle of exploitative domestic debt relations.

Spanning 277 pages, this insightful book provides readers with a vivid portrait of the failures and unrealizable aspirations within the financial landscape of the region. "Dark Finance" is essential for anyone seeking to understand the complex dynamics of finance, power, and society in contemporary Eastern Europe. Discover the intricate connections between financial practices and political authority with this illuminating read from one of the leading voices in the field.