Conclusion The structure of interest rates globally has been at an historically low level for a number of years. This has reflected the aftermath of the financial crisis and the associated monetary policy response.
When putting together its current strategic plan, it did so in the context of: A statutory mandate which had expanded significantly in recent years; Increased organisational complexity; A rapidly changing and growing financial sector; Changing consumer preferences and behaviours, interlinked with technological advancement; and Deepening European integration.