This paper studies (i) the effects of external directors and managerial ownership, and (ii) the effects of shareholder monitoring, on risk-taking at banks. The former is part of the internal control mechanisms, the latter of external control. It also examines the difference between control mechanisms in the UK and in Japan. It shows that shareholder supremacy is likely to weaken corporate governance at banks. In particular, it finds that: (i) the substituted effects between internal and external controls differ between countries, or that the substituted effects of governance mechanisms may not exist; (ii) an internal corporate governance approach to shareholder supremacy increases risk-taking at banks; and (iii) foreign shareholders are likely to increase risk-taking at banks.
This chapter explores multinational banks (MNBs). Between 2007 and 2009, the global economy experienced the global financial crisis, one of the most significant economic shocks in history, bringing into sharp relief the role of MNBs in its creation. While the MNB, as one type of multinational enterprise (MNE), is subject to the other rules and regulations discussed in this book, several important properties and characteristics show the additional rules and regulations applicable only to MNBs. In addition, the contribution of MNBs to the financial crisis raised doubts concerning the efficacy of existing regulatory rules, and the shortcomings of MNB corporate governance, leading to a reappraisal of both. The chapter tells the story of the crisis, including the role of the MNBs, outlines the regulatory regime as it stood before the crisis, and how the crisis has subsequently impacted on regulatory changes and MNB corporate governance. It concludes with an appraisal of the social and political effects of the crisis and of the future evolution of MNB regulation.
One of the main elements of the MiFIR Review is the revision of the framework for a Consolidated Tape in Europe. The objective is to establish a tape for each of the three main asset classes: bonds, equity, and derivatives. The objective is to provide a single reference source of information for transactions. It would thus reduce fragmentation and information asymmetries within the Capital Markets Union. This paper examines the main elements of the proposals, tailored to each asset class, as well as different use cases. Overall, the proposals appear to be a significant improvement on the current unsuccessful framework.
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