These measures not only enhance the Bank’s ability to provide funds, but also foster capital markets. The Bank is also actively taking part in projects to improve market infrastructure, such as improving securities settlement systems and setting rules regarding market practices.
4  BIS Review 45/2002  E.  Change in the financial system and financial institution lending  I should add that while all three ways mentioned will contribute to improving the financial intermediary function, they may not necessarily lead to an increase in loans outstanding extended by financial institutions in the short run.