The long-term effects are staggering. Industries dominated by zombie firms see slower growth, lower productivity, and stagnation. Capital and talent remain trapped in failing models instead of fueling new opportunities. Policymakers face a tough challenge: balancing support for struggling businesses against the risks of a bloated, unproductive corporate landscape.

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💀 Meet the #ZombieCompanies—businesses that are technically insolvent but kept 'alive' by endless refinancing, easy credit, or lax policies. These corporate undead aren't viable—they're propped up by a financial system that values short-term stability over real economic health. (1/4)
FSS Business Plan - IMA System to be Established in Q1, Strengthening Accounting Reviews for 'Zombie Companies'

FSS to revamp IMA system, strengthen reviews on 'zombie companies', and enhance financial investment industry competitiveness in Q1 2025

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