Economic Complexity
In our continuing series of presentations on “New Sources of Economic Growth,” we are thrilled to introduce the theme for the fourth week: “Economic Complexity.” Throughout the workshop, we have delved into a diverse array of topics that are crucial for comprehending and fostering economic growth. These encompass: I. Fundamentals of Economic Growth II. Strategy […]
Management Strategy and Organization
In our ongoing series of presentations on “New Sources of Economic Growth,” we are excited to present the focus for the third week: “Management Strategy and Organization.” Throughout the workshop, we have explored a wide range of topics crucial to understanding and cultivating economic growth. These include: I. Fundamentals of Economic Growth II. Strategy and […]
Strategy and Strategic Foresight
In our ongoing series of presentations on “New Sources of Economic Growth,” we are excited to present the focus for the second week: “Strategy and Strategic Foresight.” This presentation delves into the vital components of strategic planning, providing a comprehensive roadmap to steer Cambodia’s economic growth towards unparalleled heights. Throughout the workshop, we have explored […]
Supporting Cambodia’s Economic Growth Workshop
From June 12 to June 16, 2023, Bank & Finance had the privilege of coordinating a workshop on New Sources of Growth for the Ministry of Economy and Finance of Cambodia. This remarkable event was made possible through the support of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) in Cambodia, in collaboration with the Australian Embassy […]
Cambodia – Thematic Bond Issuance Feasibility Study and Roadmap
Bankers without Boundaries and Bank & Finance developed a feasibility study and roadmap for thematic bond issuance in Cambodia. This document contributes to the United Nations Development Programme’s (UNDP) support to the Royal Government of Cambodia’s (RGC) progress towards the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). The rapid rise of thematic bond issuances in the fixed income […]
Insights Using the Public Finances in Modern History Database: Evolution of Government Gross Debt, Interest Expense, Primary Expenditure, Total Expenditure, and Revenue Around the World
We use the Public Finances in Modern History Database assembled by Paolo Mauro, Rafael Romeu, Ariel J Binder and Asad Zaman to analyze the evolution of key public finance variables over time. Fiscal variables include government gross debt, interest expense, primary expenditure, total expenditure, and revenue, all as percentage of GDP. Using the whole database, Panel data regressions show that government […]
Excess Deaths and Economic Production’s Losses During the COVID-19 Pandemic: the Preventing Role of Vaccines and Fiscal and Financial Policies
In this week’s presentation we show that 3 years after the COVID-19 Pandemic hit the world, it has had an enormous toll in lives and economic activity: There have been more than 676 million recorded infectious COVID-19 cases and 6.9 million deaths have been officially recorded due to COVID-19. According to The Economist there have […]
Financial conditions and monetary policy: the importance of non-linear effects
In this research project, we show the importance of considering non-linearities when analyzing financial conditions and the macroeconomic-financial linkages. Conclusions include:
Teoría, arquitectura, indicadores financieros y evidencia del papel de los bancos públicos de desarrollo alrededor del mundo
En esta presentación proporcionamos una visión general de la teoría, la arquitectura, indicadores financieros y evidencia sobre el papel de los bancos públicos de desarrollo alrededor del mundo. La Sección I muestra que las actuales condiciones económicas adversas y la necesidad de avanzar en la Agenda 2030 de los ODS requieren ampliar el financiamiento asequible […]
Theory, architecture, financial indicators and evidence on the role of public development banks around the world
Download full document In this presentation we provide an overview of the theory, architecture, financial indicators, and evidence on the role of public development banks around the world. Section I shows that current adverse economic conditions and the need to advance in the SDG Agenda 2030 require to scale up affordable long-term financing with an […]