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Imf Bank-Restructuring Efficiency Outcomes:Evidence From East Asia

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  • MOHAMED ARIFF

    (University of Tokyo & Bond University)

  • LUC CAN

    (Boston University)

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This paper reports new findings for the first time on bank efficiency over the pre- and post-IMF-restructuring periods for East Asia using the DEA and regression models. Bank closures that followed the IMF interventions are economically justified; but mergers and acquisitions experience short-term efficiency losses. Recapitalization and then re-privatization of bad banks have led to efficiency improvements, but still increased government ownership. Ease of entry has resulted in more foreign bank participation with improved performance; further spurts in improvements, however, may take longer time. These findings advocate bank restructuring during the crisis; but well-designed measures are vital to ensure its success. Bank mergers and acquisitions need to be scrutinized. Privatization, particularly with strategic foreign ownership, of domestic banks which should be further encouraged. To reap the potential benefits of such foreign participation, stronger economic reforms of the host countries should be further pursued.

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  • Mohamed Ariff & Luc Can, 2008. "Imf Bank-Restructuring Efficiency Outcomes:Evidence From East Asia," CARF F-Series CARF-F-128, Center for Advanced Research in Finance, Faculty of Economics, The University of Tokyo.
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