Question 1. Discuss the major challenges and opportunities arising from the global financial crisis.
Question 2. Discuss the major factors behind the collapse of the U.S. mortgage markets. What role, if any, did financial innovation play in the collapse of the mortgage market that began in the summer of 2007? Also, evaluate the Federal Reserve's action taken before and in the response to the crisis.
Question 3. What are some of the major challenges in regulating banks and other financial firms in countries around the world? Also, should there be a global or transnational financial regulator?
Question 4. "Will countries with well-functioning and stable financial markets enjoy higher rates of economic growth?" Discuss whether you agree with this statement and explain why.