Addressing the economic needs of the billions of individuals at the base of the global pyramid has long been seen as one of the great opportunities left for financial institutions. However, this section of society is now beginning to come up with its own solutions – thanks to a spate of 'reverse innovation' – leaving the large developing world lenders superfluous to its needs.
View from Davos 2013
Date: 23-27 January, 2013
Location: Davos, Switzerland
The 43rd annual meeting of the World Economic Forum in Davos will bring together business, political and academic leaders to discuss the key issues likely to affect the global economy over the next 12 months.
The January edition of The Banker magazine features expert insight from leading figures in each of these fields, and examines some of the key themes likely to feature at Davos, including the eurozone crisis and banking regulation.
So whether you plan to visit Davos or not, keep abreast of the discussion with The Banker’s View From Davos, your guide before, during and after the event.
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