Global Health Crises and Financial Resilience

The COVID-19 pandemic revealed critical vulnerabilities in global financial systems, emphasising the necessity of a thorough investigation into both immediate and long-term effects on financial markets. This publication delves into these impacts across a spectrum of financial areas, from traditional markets to emerging sectors, exploring how the pandemic accelerated transformations like fintech adoption, digital finance, and green finance, while exposing new risk dynamics. It assesses shifts in market stability, risk appetite, and investment behaviours, offering a detailed analysis of sectoral disruptions in industries such as tourism, sports, banking, and retail. In-depth coverage of asset performance, including safe-haven assets, highlights the limitations of traditional diversification strategies during crises. Concluding with insights into the resilience of financial frameworks and the critical adjustments required, this book is an essential resource for researchers, finance professionals, and policymakersseeking to navigate and mitigate future systemic risks in a post-pandemic financial landscape.