Praise for Financial Innovations and the Welfare of Nations 'In an increasingly connected world financial flows and innovation have taken center stage. For anyone who wants to understand how this new international arrangement affects one's life, business, and nation, this book is a must read.' Walter B. Wriston, Former CEO, Citigroup 'This is a first-rate conference volume that covers all of the salient dimensions of innovation in modern financial markets. For innovations to contribute to the System in a durable way, they must be perceived as value-adding for both intermediaries and end-users, and the innovative structures must carry acceptable systemic risks. The essays in this collection provide a compelling overview of the innovation process and its impact on the financial dynamics of the global economy.' Ingo Walter, Charles Simon Chair in Applied Financial Economics and Director, New York University Solomon Center