Prudential Risk

Emerging Prudential Risks

South Korea Boosts Market Monitoring Amid Middle East Tensions

By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2025

KRX announced the formation of an “Emergency Market Operations Committee” to prepare for potential market volatility.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh to Ease Loan Rules for Foreign Firms to Boost Investment

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/06/2025

Under the revised policy, foreign companies in Bangladesh will be able to access loans at the same rates as domestic firms.

Credit Risk

Hong Kong Consults on Stricter Rules for Licensed Money Lenders

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/06/2025

The FSTB is seeking to strengthen the regulatory regime amid concerns over debt, especially among low-income earners and foreign domestic helpers.

Operational Risk

Japan FSA Refines Assessment Framework for Internal Audit Function

By Thisanka Siripala | 24/06/2025

The FSA’s new report seeks to address industry requests for greater clarity on the specific requirements of the four-stage assessment framework.

Cybersecurity

G7 Cyber Expert Group Publishes Reconnection Best Practices

By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2025

New paper sets out best practices for financial firms reconnecting after cyber incidents, emphasising a phased approach and transparency.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Financial Sector Faces a Crossroads of Trust, Regulation, and AI – Report

By Manesh Samtani | 24/06/2025

New Starling Trust report warns that a “trust crisis”, coupled with evolving regulations and the rise of AI, is creating unprecedented challenges for the financial sector.

Market Abuse

India’s Audit Regulator Probes IndusInd Bank for Irregularities

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/06/2025

NFRA has sent notices to the current and former auditors of IndusInd Bank, seeking complete audit files from as far back as 2017.

Credit Risk

Korea to Launch Govt-Backed Fund to Ease Real Estate Loan Strain

By Thisanka Siripala | 23/06/2025

A government-backed REIT will provide loans at below-market interest rates to help developers access cheaper financing and kickstart stalled developments.

Credit Risk

Taiwan FSC Approves New Lending Rules for Securities Finance Firms

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/06/2025

Amended regulations allow securities finance firms to offer loans backed by a wider range of assets, subject to strict LTV limits, collateral rules, and risk controls.