Prudential Risk

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Japan Blueprint Urges BOJ to Support Private Demand - Report

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    A draft of Japan's long-term economic blueprint calls on the central bank to keep borrowing costs low to support growth.

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    IFC Rejects Ombudsman Findings on Cambodia Microfinance Harm

    By Manesh Samtani | 29/06/2026

    The IFC has dismissed findings of policy breaches and borrower harm, triggering the resignation of the head of its watchdog.

    Credit Risk

    China Pushes Rating Agencies to Curb 'AAA' Bond Rating Glut

    By Mark Johnston | 29/06/2026

    Regulators are introducing new metrics to tackle rampant rating inflation, a move that could raise borrowing costs for some Chinese firms.

    Liquidity Risk

    Korea FSS Urges Brokers to Bolster Risk Controls Amid Lending Surge

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    The FSS has urged securities firms to strengthen risk management and investor protection amid a surge in debt-financed investing.

    Liquidity Risk

    RBI Proposes Opening Term Money Market to NBFCs, Corporates

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

    The central has released draft directions aimed at deepening liquidity by expanding participation in the term money market.

    Trading & Investment

    Major Chinese Banks Halt Retail Gold Trading Due to Extreme Volatility

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    Several major lenders, including ICBC, are ending services for retail clients trading precious metals, citing increased market volatility and risk management concerns.

    Market Risk

    RBI Finalises Rules to Expand India’s Credit Derivatives Market

    By Nithya Subramanian | 29/06/2026

    New directions introduce total return swaps and credit index derivatives, aiming to deepen the corporate bond market and expand risk management tools.

    Market Abuse

    Korea Concludes Forex Probe, Warns of Severe Penalties

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    Regulators have completed a joint inspection of major banks and are now reviewing the findings to determine if further action is warranted.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    China Audit Uncovers Widespread Misconduct at Top State Banks

    By Mark Johnston | 29/06/2026

    Annual government audit reveals significant compliance failures, including billions in tax evasion and improper lending, at some of the nation’s largest banks.

    Trading & Investment

    GFEX Considers Introducing China’s First Cobalt Futures Contract

    By Editors | 29/06/2026

    The move would provide a new risk management tool for a strategic metal facing significant price volatility from supply and geopolitical risks.

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