Capital / Liquidity

Market Infrastructure

BIS Chief Defends Basel Committee's Role Against US Criticism

By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2026

The head of the Bank for International Settlements has countered US criticism of its rulemaking process, warning against a 'race to the bottom' on regulation.

Capital / Liquidity

NZ Finance Minister Sides With Banks in RBNZ Cash Consultation Row

By Editors | 05/03/2026

Nicola Willis agrees banks were given insufficient notice for a major cash-access consultation, following an admission from the central bank governor.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippine Rural Banks Warn New Rules Could Stifle Inclusion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/03/2026

An industry group is urging the BSP to rethink proposed prudential rules, arguing that steep capital requirements and geographic limits could harm digitalisation.

Market Infrastructure

China Implements Revised to Ease Foreign Lender Entry to CIPS

By Mark Johnston | 05/03/2026

New regulatory changes to China's cross-border payment system permit foreign lenders to appoint overseas custodians, aiming to boost market liquidity.

Capital / Liquidity

Philippines Central Bank Reviews Lifting Maturity Cap for Salary Loans

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/03/2026

The move aims to ease borrower debt burdens and provide repayment flexibility amid slowing national credit growth and calls from public sector employees.

Capital / Liquidity

China Revamps Microcredit Scheme, Doubles Loan Cap to CNY 100,000

By Mark Johnston | 04/03/2026

The new policy expands support to a wider rural population and provides greater flexibility for banks and borrowers after the post-poverty transition period.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Tightens Risk Rules for Mutual Finance Sector Over PF Loan Concerns

By Mark Johnston | 04/03/2026

The FSC proposes lending caps, stricter recovery estimates, and higher capital ratios for credit unions and cooperatives.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Clarifies Liquid Asset Rules for Banks After RBA Policy Change

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 04/03/2026

APRA has acted to ensure debt securities remain eligible liquid assets for banks following a procedural update by the RBA.

Securities / Derivatives

European T+1 Shift to Create Pressures for APAC Firms

By Manesh Samtani | 04/03/2026

New guide from Citi and The ValueExchange highlights operational, liquidity, and time-zone challenges for financial institutions in APAC.