Prudential Risk

    Conduct, Culture & Accountability

    Indian Bank Union Seeks Probe into HDFC After Chairman's Exit

    By Nithya Subramanian | 07/04/2026

    A major bank employees' union has demanded a government inquiry into governance at India's largest private lender following a high-profile resignation.

    Credit Risk

    Philippines Expands Granular Credit Reporting to More NBFIs

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 07/04/2026

    The BSP aims to enhance systemic risk surveillance by requiring more granular data from a wider range of financial institutions, with implementation set for late 2026.

    Cybersecurity

    Taiwan FSC Urges Firms to Leverage Cyber Insurance as Risks Mount

    By Editors | 06/04/2026

    The FSC is advising companies to evaluate cyber insurance as a key risk management tool, as market premiums show steady growth.

    Capital Adequacy

    Taiwan FSC Amends Rules for Commercial Bank Investments

    By Editors | 06/04/2026

    FSC revises the self-assessment criteria for banks seeking to invest in both financial and non-financial enterprises.

    Credit Risk

    China Mandates Unified Corporate Credit Evaluation Framework

    By Mark Johnston | 06/04/2026

    The plan aims to standardise credit ratings, eliminate fragmented rules, and integrate public and market-based evaluations to support supervision and financing.

    Structural Regulation

    South Korea Preparing to Introduce KOFR-Based Mortgages

    By Editors | 06/04/2026

    The new loans aim to lower borrowing costs for households and expand consumer choice by using a risk-free benchmark rate.

    Resolution & Recovery

    India Passes Insolvency, Bankruptcy Reforms to Speed Up Resolutions

    By Nithya Subramanian | 06/04/2026

    The amendments aim to cut delays and align the nation's corporate insolvency framework with global standards to boost investor confidence.

    Credit Risk

    China Intensifies Crackdown on Consumer Lending to Force Down Rates

    By Editors | 06/04/2026

    Regulators are imposing a series of new rate caps, targeting a 12 percent ceiling, and cracking down on opaque pricing practices.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Korea Forms High-Level Council to Tackle Economic Volatility

    By Mark Johnston | 06/04/2026

    Top finance, budget, and regulatory chiefs will meet monthly to coordinate policy amid currency weakness and geopolitical shocks.

    Trading & Investment

    Korea Enacts Tax Breaks to Lure Retail Funds Onshore

    By Mark Johnston | 03/04/2026

    A revised tax law creates a new investment account and offers tiered capital gains tax exemptions to stabilise the Korean won.

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