Although much of the region shares a recent political history, cultural and economic differences have created large variations in the consumer lending marketplace

For years, Russia’s retail banking market was one of the fastest- growing in the world. The global financial crisis and government involvement has changed all that

Marked by diversity and contrasts, the countries of Asia-Pacific represent an attractive market for the consumer lending business

Like many developed countries, Japan is facing the problem of an aging society. With the world’s third-largest economy, 10th largest population and the longest life expectancy of any country in the world, nearly one-quarter of the population was over the age of 65 at the end of 2010.

Countries in the Gulf Cooperation Council show continued resiliency and growth despite regional political and economic upheavals and uncertainties

Despite the impact of the global economy, the region rebounds and remains poised for growth.