Economically speaking, contingent assets and liabilities are not contractual claims that directly impact the economic value of the equity holders' stake in an FI.

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Contingent assets and liabilities are potential future gains or losses that may affect an FI's financial performance and, subsequently, impact the economic value of equity holders' stake. They are not contractual claims, but their impact on financial statements can have significant effects on investor confidence and market perception.

Economically Speaking, Contingent Assets and Liabilities Are Not Contractual Claims