Focus on the Negatives: Banks’ Assessment of the Potential for a U.S. Negative Rates Policy – and Their Preparedness

Executive Summary

Financial firms think negative rates in the U.S. are unlikely; nevertheless, they perceive the risk is high enough to warrant advance preparation. Still, preparedness varies widely and substantial work remains to be done.

The Risk Management Association is proud to present the highlights of its U.S. Negative Rates Survey of 47 financial firms, conducted in June and July.