Publications

Impact of Financial Centers

Financial centers are increasingly recognized as essential engines of economic development, connecting capital, businesses, talent and expertise across markets. Yet understanding and measuring the impact they make is far from straightforward.

AI Report

The World Alliance’s latest report, published in collaboration with the Abu Dhabi Global Market, examines the transformative role of Artificial Intelligence across global financial centers, highlighting both the accelerating pace of adoption and the need for coordinated, responsible governance.

Stablecoins - How will they impact financial centers?

Working Paper of the Asian Financial Corporation Association (AFCA) by Dr. Jochen Biedermann, World Alliance of International Financial Centers

稳定币 它们将如何影响 金融中心？

Working Paper of the Asian Financial Corporation Association (AFCA) by Dr. Jochen Biedermann, World Alliance of International Financial Centers - In Chinese

A Targeted Reform of the EU Securitisation Framework is Key to Meet the Needs of the Digital and Sustainable Transition

This position paper outlines strategies to enhance the competitiveness of the European financial sector, such as eliminating regulatory barriers across all EU member states—especially in smaller capital markets.

Strategies for Attracting, Developing, and Retaining Talent

This report provides a global perspective on the changing talent landscape in financial services, examining key challenges in recruitment, the impact of emerging technologies, and the best practices already in place. By championing innovative strategies in talent acquisition, training, and retention, the report aims to ensure that the financial sector remains resilient and well-equipped to navigate the shifting landscape.

Crafting the Digital Sustainability Reporting Ecosystem

This innovative white paper focuses on adopting open standards for financial, sustainability, and climate-related data to enhance decision-making and investment. The goal is to support a seamless transition to trusted, usable information for a sustainable financial future.

WAIFC Report on Women in Finance – Compendium of Good Practice

This compendium is a commitment to a list of good practices; it is a call to action for all members of the financial ecosystem to actively participate in fostering an environment where women can develop.

WAIFC Report on Art as an Integral Ingredient for Financial Centers

This report aims to highlight the different roles that art—from visual art to performing arts and even gastronomy—plays in international financial centers.

WAIFC Report on Enhancing Supply Chain Finance for the Promotion of the Green Transformation

This white paper vividly illustrates the wide variety of initiatives taken to foster sustainable & digital supply chains.

WAIFC Report on How Leading Financial Centers Advance Financial Inclusion and Literacy

This report vividly illustrates the large variety of initiatives taken to promote financial inclusion.

WAIFC Report on Supporting Ecosystem for Sustained Recovery and Growth of SMEs

The publication is based on expertise and cross-sector partnerships provided by several financial centers.

Bogotá Financial Services Cluster Report

Introduction to the Bogotá financial services cluster by our observer Chamber of Commerce of Bogotá

WAIFC Future of Financial Centers

WAIFC, DIFC, and Z/Yen spearhead global thinking on the future role of financial centers.

WAIFC Report on the Impact of COVID-19 on the Future of Banking Regulation

Third report of the Regulation workstream

WAIFC Report on Regulatory Cooperation

Second report of the Regulation workstream

WAIFC SME Finance Regulation

First report of the Regulation workstream

WAIFC Research Series 3 - Insurance Trends

Global Financial Center Development in 2020

WAIFC SME Finance Report

Final report of the SME Finance workstream

WAIFC Research Series 2 - Retail Banking Briefing

Global Financial Center Development in 2020

WAIFC Research Series 1 - Capital Markets Briefing

Global Financial Center Development in 2020

WAIFC Innovation & FinTech Report

Final report of the Innovation & FinTech workstream

WAIFC Sustainable Finance Report

Final report of the Sustainable Finance workstream

Joint declaration on the current pandemic

WAIFC promotes international cooperation, sustainable investments, and avoiding the self-defeating lure of protectionism during this global health and economic emergency.

WAIFC - The role of financial centers in driving economic growth

WAIFC - How global financial centers can help combat the COVID-19 pandemic