A widespread consensus has emerged that a well-developed financial system is the key to economic performance. Less clear is what are the essential building blocks of an effective financial system.
Recent research emphasizes certain institutions, such as investor protection legislation and accounting standards, but also social capital and culture.
This conference aims to advance the understanding of the role and relative importance of these building blocks.
Organizing Committee
Erik Berglöf (SITE - Stockholm School of Economics and CEPR); Mike Burkart (SITE - Stockholm School of Economics and CEPR); Francesco Lippi (Banca d'Italia and CEPR); Fausto Panunzi (Bocconi University, ECGI and CEPR); Fabiano Schivardi (Banca d'Italia and CEPR); Daniele Terlizzese (Banca d’Italia).
Local contact person
Alessandra Piccinini – alessandra.piccinini@bancaditalia.it
Carlo Muscariello – carlo.muscariello@bancaditalia.it
