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Sheila Bair: Why The U.S. Has 4,500 Banks And Canada Has 79
Canada has 79 banks in contrast to America’s nearly 4,500. But the U.S. banking industry is shrinking, with the number of FDIC-insured banks in the U.S. down by nearly half since 2005. Canada’s banking industry shows that concentration and simplified regulation can lead to a more stable financial system. Yet experts warn that consolidation in the U.S. could stifle innovation, reduce competition, hurt small businesses, create more banks that are too big to fail, and have negative consequences for the economy at large. Watch the video above to learn more about why America’s banking industry is shrinking and what the U.S. can learn from Canada’s more concentrated system.
A globally recognized authority on financial regulation and economic policy, Sheila Bair led the FDIC through the 2008 financial crisis and has since continued to shape the future of finance through leadership roles in government, academia, and the private sector. Named to Time’s “Top 100” and Forbes’ “Most Powerful Women” lists, she is a trusted voice on stability, reform, and consumer protection in the global economy. To bring Sheila Bair’s insight and leadership to your next event, contact WWSG.
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