Introduction

In this section, the broader context and rationale for the book are described. First, the current regulatory situation of global systemically important banks (G-SIBs) is considered, as presented in the Financial Stability Board Report 2021. This provides the background for and substantiates the main questions later answered by this contribution. Second, the structure of the book is outlined. Third, the methodology and terminology are explained. The following part presents important limitations to this research. Finally, the last section presents how this book contributes to the existing literature on G-SIBs.