Katja Taipalus

Head of Department

Katja Taipalus is Head of Financial Stability and Statistics Department.

macroprudential analysis, systemic risks, analytical methodology, domestic and international financial markets, banking sector

Latest articles and blogs

Financial Stability Assessment Published on 02.10.2015
- Financial stability
- Katja Taipalus
- Jouni Timonen
Macroprudential supervision racing to keep pace with market developments
Analysis Published on 09.06.2015
- Financial stability
- Interest rates
- Katja Taipalus
- Kimmo Koskinen
Low interest rates provide a stimulus but can also create risks

Accommodative monetary policy is necessary for price stability and economic recovery. However, it may create risks for financial stability.
Analysis Published on 09.06.2015
- Financial stability
Overheating of global financial market could also have a destabilising impact on Finland

The financial crisis has increased our understanding of cross-border stability threats. Overheating on the international financial markets would push up asset prices and possibly also increase the supply of loans.