Those who have come of age in the shadow of the Great Recession have experienced substantial risks and faced daunting challenges in establishing themselves independently in their work lives and their home lives. By studying these effects and the actions that can support the resilience of the Great Recession generation, we will strengthen not only today’s recovery, but also the opportunities facing tomorrow’s children.
That people seem to find it easier to  BIS central bankers’ speeches  5  imagine the downside today is a mark of the length of the shadow cast by the financial crisis, seven years on. For financial regulators and policymakers, it is, of course, our duty to look out for possible problems.