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Non-bank financial intermediaries (NBFIs): leverage, liquidity and interconnectedness

7 April 2025 / Author(s): Qalid Mohamed , Mhairi Caminiti
Issue: April 2025 / Categories: Feature

This article examines the evolving regulatory approach to non-bank financial intermediaries (NBFIs), focusing on the European Commission’s 2024 consultation on macroprudential tools. Using alternative investment funds (AIFs) as a case study, the article explores the extent to which existing regulatory frameworks mitigate potential systemic risks posed by NBFIs.

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