Economic Growth and Social Inclusion
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Shaping the Future of Financial and Monetary Systems
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How can the global financial system reinforce its contribution to sustained economic growth and social development?
The global financial system is the cornerstone of economic activity, which is critical for long-term economic growth and development. However, the global financial crisis demonstrated the downside of interconnectedness, and revealed a range of systemic vulnerabilities. As the global financial system recovers, major collaborative efforts are required to rebuild public trust, respond to regulatory and technological change, and overcome barriers to financial inclusion.
Initiatives
The Role of Financial Services in Society (Banking)
Now into its fourth year, the Role of Financial Services in Society explores core issues facing the financial services industry, including redefining regulatory coordination between publi...
Disruptive Innovation in Financial Services
The accelerating rate of technological change, combined with shifting customer preferences and an evolving regulatory landscape, have dramatic implications for the ways in which financial...
Promoting Global Financial Inclusion
Over two billion people worldwide are financially excluded and ~200-250 million medium-to-small enterprises are underserved because neither pure cash systems nor the traditional banking m...
