Review of information asymmetry in banking in the Russian Federation

Purpose The purpose of this study is to identify the prospects and main directions for improving Russian legislation on the protection of the rights of consumers of financial services taking into account the specifics of information asymmetry in banking. Design/methodology/approach Using the method...

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Published in:	Journal of money laundering control 2022-10, Vol.25 (4), p.779-791
Main Authors:	Tsindeliani, Imeda A., Mikheeva, Irina E.
Format:	Article
Language:	eng
Subjects:	Asymmetry Banking industry Consumer protection Consumers Economic theory Financial services Law Legislation Purchasing Regulation of financial institutions Social responsibility
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Summary:	Purpose The purpose of this study is to identify the prospects and main directions for improving Russian legislation on the protection of the rights of consumers of financial services taking into account the specifics of information asymmetry in banking. Design/methodology/approach Using the method of economic and legal analysis, the essence of information asymmetry in banking in the Russian Federation was considered. Taking into account international experience, the analysis of the legislation of the Russian Federation in the existing regulatory and legal field is carried out. A forecast of probable changes in the field of legal regulation of information asymmetry issues in banking was also carried out. Findings This paper deals with cases when information asymmetry can be recognized as unfair behavior. The main features of information asymmetry in banking on the part of credit institutions in terms of banks’ failure to provide information on the content of banking services on the right to refuse additional services have been studied. Originality/value This study suggests that the current Russian legislation does not provide the necessary protection for consumers of financial services from information asymmetry. Based on a comprehensive analysis of legislation and judicial practice, the information asymmetry in this paper is delimited as an economic and legal concept; the prerequisites and main forms of information asymmetry in banking are determined. The main provisions and conclusions of this study can be used in legislative activities when developing provisions on the protection of the rights of financial services consumers.
ISSN:	1368-5201 1758-7808