Prudential Risk

    Structural Regulation

    India’s Mutual Fund Reforms: A Foundation Built, A Future Unfinished

    By Saurabh Maheshwari | 31/03/2026

    SEBI’s reforms mark a significant step in modernising a decades-old framework, but further strengthening is needed in areas of governance, competence, and market conduct.

    Capital Adequacy

    APRA Finalises Capital Rules to Bolster Australian Annuity Market

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

    APRA has finalised amendments to its capital framework for life insurers, aiming to foster innovation in retirement products.

    Capital Adequacy

    RBI Delays Capital Market Norms, Eases Bank Capital Rules

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

    The deferral to 1 July follows industry pushback and is accompanied by key clarifications on acquisition finance and capital adequacy for bank exposures.

    Cybersecurity

    Bangladesh Bank Sets New Rules for Partner Network Connectivity

    By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

    BB has issued new guidelines for financial institutions connecting to its extranet, mandating new security and operational standards by year-end.

    Supervision & Enforcement

    Korea FSS Set to Launch Investigations Unit, Sanction Crypto Firms

    By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

    FSS Governor also warned of mis-selling risks in overseas private debt and confirms internal control flaws at Bithumb crypto exchange.

    Credit Risk

    South Korea Mandates Coordinated Support for Small Businesses

    By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

    The FSC and MSS have partnered with private banks and public agencies to create a one-stop support network for struggling firms.

    Liquidity Risk

    HKMA Flags Gaps in Bank Liquidity Planning for Resolution

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

    HKMA has urged institutions to upgrade liquidity models, citing weaknesses exposed in recent industry-wide stress tests.

    Emerging Prudential Risks

    Korea Policy Lenders Form 'One Team' to Expand Productive Finance

    By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

    Six state-backed financial institutions have signed an MOU to coordinate support for innovation industries, following a directive from the FSC.

    Trading & Investment

    China to Expand Outbound Investment Quotas: SAFE Official

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    Regulators are preparing new QDII quotas to meet domestic demand while advancing a long-term strategy to open capital markets and boost the yuan's global role.

    Market Risk

    Korea Launches KRW 5 Trillion Bond Buyback to Calm Markets

    By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

    The emergency measure to stabilise bond yields is part of a wider economic response plan that also includes a supplementary budget.

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