Prudential Risk

Emerging Prudential Risks

South Korea to Bolster Defences Against Mounting External Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

Korean authorities will conduct stress tests across the financial sector and prepare an expanded KRW 100 trillion market stabilisation programme.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

RBI Backs HDFC Bank Governance Despite Chairman’s Abrupt Exit

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/03/2026

The RBI said it sees no material concerns and approved an interim leadership plan after the part-time chairman resigned citing issues with “values and ethics”.

Reporting & Disclosures

Japan, UK Seek Alignment on ISSB, Basel III and Crypto Regulation

By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

Regulators discussed sustainability reporting, digital assets, and reaffirmed their commitment to the full, timely, and consistent implementation of Basel III.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Australia Flags Heightened Financial Risks, Tightens FI Oversight

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/03/2026

Regulators are stress-testing firms and have activated new lending limits, with a sharp focus on operational resilience and ASX governance.

Capital Adequacy

US Regulators Unveil Long-Awaited Bank Capital Rules Proposal

By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

Proposals to implement the Basel III endgame would lower overall capital, prompting warnings of a global 'race to the bottom'.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Bank Indonesia Rolls Out New FX Rules to Stabilise Rupiah

By Nithya Subramanian | 20/03/2026

The central bank has specified the cash FX purchase limit and lowered documentation thresholds to manage outflows amid global uncertainty.

Emerging Prudential Risks

Hong Kong Regulators Intensify Monitoring Amid Mideast Tensions

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 20/03/2026

Authorities confirm minimal direct financial exposure to the region but have intensified stress testing and market surveillance in response to geopolitical risks.

Operational Risk

China Mandates Credit-Based Regulation for Transport Sector

By Mark Johnston | 20/03/2026

Five authorities have set a 2030 deadline for a unified credit system linking ratings to regulatory treatment, market access, and consumer services.

Structural Regulation

IOSCO Consults on Closing OTC Commodity Oversight Gaps

By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

IOSCO is seeking feedback on proposals to enhance visibility into OTC positions while addressing industry concerns over costs and confidentiality