Number: RL31873
Title: Banking and Financial Infrastructure Continuity
Authors: N. Eric Weiss, Government and Finance Division 
Abstract: This report outlines the financial sector's recovery plans for two kinds of disasters: the inability to conduct transactions and the large losses of asset value. The basic function of the payment system is carried out by banks, and monetary policy affects them immediately. Because brokers, exchanges, secondary market facilities, and insurance companies carry out crucial financial functions, their regulators and trade associations are involved in continuity of operations planning.
Pages: 21
Date: January 31, 2008