Global Financial Crimes Impact Report 2025

Financial crime has emerged as one of the most formidable and insidious threats to global stability in the 21st century. Its consequences are far-reaching, affecting not only national treasuries and corporate balance sheets but also the very foundations of democratic governance, social justice, and sustainable development. The nature of financial crime is no longer peripheral or episodic—it is systemic, deeply entrenched, and evolving at a pace that often outstrips the ability of institutions and laws to respond effectively.