
COVID-19 and the Finance Sector in Asia and the Pacific: Guidance Note
by Asian Development Bank
Title:
COVID-19 and the Finance Sector in Asia and the Pacific: Guidance Note
Author:
Asian Development Bank
Series (if any):
COVID-19 in Asia and the Pacific Guidance Notes
Format:
Paperback
Number of pages:
82 pages
Publisher:
Asian Development Bank
ISBN-13:
9789292693220
EAN:
9789292693220
Classifications:
Interdisciplinary studies
Weight (g):
404
Dimensions (mm):
215 x 280 x 10
Publication Country:
United Kingdom
Language:
English
Condition:
New
Description
This publication highlights short-term actions that can mitigate pressures and medium-term policy considerations for finance sector resilience in the post-COVID-19 period.The guidance note examines the effects of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) on real economies and the measures taken to ease the impact. It notes risks to financial stability, such as an anticipated rise in nonperforming assets. Its recommendations include establishing a framework for epidemic risk financing, buttressing financial stability and macroprudential measures, developing insurance markets for risk sharing and transfer solutions, improving SME financing, and fostering digital transformation.











