WP 11 | 10 The roots of cooperative credit from a theoretical and historical perspective

One of the most relevant sectors where the cooperative offer has established itself is undoubtedly that of credit. If we consider the importance of its role, for the development of other sectors and of the territories and communities where it operates, and the economic and political power that it can consequently confer on those who manage it, some problematic aspects typical of organizations become crucial here. not-for-profit. The latter are discussed in theoretical form in the first part of the work, while in the second the first applications and the debate that accompanied them are analysed. Read More

WP 01 | 09 Financial Deregulation and Economic Distress: Is There a Future for Financial Co-operatives?

Recent years have seen a broad reshaping of the banking landscape. This article argues that this new reality can be thought of as an opportunity for financial cooperatives to increase their importance in the market and in the areas they historically serve. Read More