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The Belgian economy has recently shown great resilience, and fears of a recession have given way to the greater likelihood of a soft landing. The outlook for financial stability is therefore much better than it was in the second half of 2022.
This short piece describes the answers given during the Q&A regarding the 2024 NBB-Financial Stability Report (Brussels, 22 May 2024) . It discusses the importance of a bank’s balance sheet as well as competition and taxation in interpreting the transmission of monetary policy to lending and deposit rates. It also briefly touches upon recent academic insights regarding how ESG impacts on bank lending policies.
The Belgian insurance sector faces a "Protection Gap" in covering natural disasters, with insurers unable to bear cumulative risks alone. Thefefor the insurance sector pleads for an urgent collaboration between insurers and regional, federal, and European governments to maintain adequate compensation for citizens.
Financial literacy in Europe remains low, influencing individuals’ investment decisions and financial behaviour. To bridge the communication gap between financial advisers and their clients, research has shifted towards a goals-based wealth management approach.
