Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Expands Probe into Mortgage Broking Practices

15/10/2025

ASIC has flagged new surveillances targeting misconduct in the credit sector, with a continued focus on financial hardship and debt collection.

Capital Adequacy

APRA Lifts Final A$500 Million Capital Add-On From Westpac

15/10/2025

The move follows the bank's completion of a multi-year risk remediation programme required under a 2020 court enforceable undertaking.

Trading & Investment

HKEX to Launch Hang Seng Biotech Index Futures in November

15/10/2025

HKEX says the new cash-settled contract aims to provide a risk management tool for Hong Kong's fast-growing biotechnology sector.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Criticises Super Funds for ‘Superficial’ Retirement Communications

15/10/2025

ASIC has found a lack of urgency among trustees in improving member engagement, with significant gaps in support for vulnerable groups.

Emerging Prudential Risks

New Zealand Eases LVR Restrictions for Mortgage Lending

15/10/2025

The RBNZ will increase ‘speed limits’ for high loan-to-value lending in a first decision by its new Financial Policy Committee.

Cryptocurrency

Philippines Senator Refiles Bill on Digital Asset Regulatory Framework

15/10/2025

The proposed law would designate the BSP and the SEC as lead agencies for e-money and virtual assets, respectively.

Credit Risk

Hong Kong to Cap Loans for Money Lenders Based on Borrower Income

15/10/2025

The FSTB is inclined to support debt-to-income ratio limits and mandate credit data sharing following a public consultation on tightening regulations.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Amends Lawsuit Against Equity Trustees Over Shield Fund Losses

15/10/2025

ASIC has amended its lawsuit against the superannuation trustee, adding a claim for member compensation to its initial penalty action.

Stablecoins

Hong Kong Lawmakers Eye Stablecoins Pegged to Offshore Yuan

14/10/2025

A new LegCo special report has signalled intent by Hong Kong to seek Mainland China’s support for offshore CNY stablecoins.