La industria financiera es más fuerte que antes…
Washington, D.C., September 15, 2016 ? The financial industry plays an integral part in the global economy, providing financing that fuels growth and job creation. In the eight years since the financial crisis, the industry has transformed itself. Globally, banks have raised over $1 trillion in additional capital, increased liquidity and reduced leverage. Without a doubt the system is safer, sounder and more robust than ever. We must now focus on ensuring that banks and other financial institutions continue to play their role in fueling growth and job creation.
– Globally, banks have raised over $1 trillion in Tier 1 capital, allowing for safer lending and guards against times of stress. ?
– Liquidity in the U.S. alone is now three times higher than what existed during the crisis. ?
– Leverage has also decreased: ?U.S. banking sector leverage has fallen from 10.3x in 2008 to 9.3x in 2016. Euro Area banks have dropped from 18x in 2008 to 13x in 2016