Prudential Risk

Credit Risk

FSC Korea to Double Microfinance Supply in Inclusive Finance Overhaul

By Nithya Subramanian | 24/03/2026

The regulator unveiled expanded microfinance initiative and new loan products aimed at improving credit access for youth and vulnerable borrowers.

Operational Risk

China NFRA Launches Audits of Major Insurers, Focusing on Investment Risks

By Editors | 24/03/2026

On-site inspections of five insurers and nine asset managers will scrutinise investment activities, operational compliance, and capital use amid growing assets.

Operational Risk

APRA Consults on New Retirement Data Reporting Framework for Super Funds

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/03/2026

APRA has proposed new reporting standards to collect detailed data on retirement products, advice, and member outcomes from 2027.

Credit Risk

Taiwan Central Bank Eases Credit Controls for Property Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/03/2026

The central bank raised the loan-to-value ratio for second-home mortgages to 60 percent, citing the success of previous cooling measures.

Operational Risk

BCBS Finalises Technical Changes to Operational and Market Risk Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 24/03/2026

The changes reclassify rental income under the operational risk framework and clarify the use of floors for credit spread risk.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China Unifies Rules and Expands Capacity for Corporate Overseas Lending

By Mark Johnston | 24/03/2026

New regulations unify CNY and foreign currency rules and raise lending limits under a new macro-prudential framework.

Market Risk

HKMA Consults on New Capital Add-on for Interest Rate Risk

By Manesh Samtani | 23/03/2026

The new rules introduce a two-tiered supervisory approach, including a mandatory capital add-on for authorised institutions exceeding a 15 percent threshold.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China Unveils Draft Foundational Law to Overhaul Financial Regulation

By Mark Johnston | 23/03/2026

The comprehensive draft law aims to unify supervision, establish clear risk resolution mechanisms, and increase penalties for financial misconduct.

Emerging Prudential Risks

South Korea Names BIS Veteran Shin Hyun-song as Next BOK Governor

By Nithya Subramanian | 23/03/2026

The nomination of a BIS economist signals a focus on global experience and monetary stability amid rising inflation and economic uncertainty.