The Impact of COVID-19 on Financial Markets and the Role of Regulation in Recovery

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Author(s): Jyoti Rani (Parul University, India), Ramratan Guru (Mody University of Science and Technology, India), Bhaskar Mitra (Parul University, India)and Sakthivel Santhanam (Presidency University, India)
Copyright: 2026
Pages: 28
Source title: Regulation and Innovation in Financial Markets
Source Author(s)/Editor(s): Safae Ismaili (TALY Green & Growth, Morocco)
DOI: 10.4018/979-8-3373-1404-4.ch007

Keywords: Accounting and Finance / Business Science Reference / Government & Law / Policy & Reform

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The COVID-19 pandemic triggered unprecedented disruptions in global financial markets, characterized by steep asset price declines, heightened volatility, and a liquidity crisis. As governments prioritized public health, financial systems faced severe strain, prompting swift regulatory and monetary interventions. This chapter explores the pandemic's impact on stock, bond, commodity, and currency markets and investigates the behavioral shifts in investor strategies during the crisis. It analyzes the temporary and long-term regulatory measures implemented by governments, central banks, and international bodies to stabilize markets and support economic recovery. Key trends, such as the rise of digital finance and sustainable investments, are examined alongside the challenges of addressing emerging risks like cyber threats and climate change. The chapter highlights the evolution of financial regulation post-pandemic, emphasizing the importance of adaptive and resilient frameworks to ensure long-term market stability in an increasingly interconnected and digital economy.

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