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Credit Risk
Industry Bodies Call on BCBS to Revisit SA-CCR Standard
By Manesh Samtani | 26/04/2022
The SA-CCR framework, having been finalised in 2014, does not adequately reflect structural changes in the derivatives market and the overall regulatory framework.
Emerging Prudential Risks
FSB Proposes Policy Measures to Address EM Vulnerabilities
By Editors | 26/04/2022
The proposals seek to reduce vulnerabilities from foreign currency borrowing, including by exploring ways to reduce the “mechanistic use of credit ratings” by index providers.
Liquidity Risk
PBOC Lowers Forex Reserve Requirement for Banks
By Editors | 26/04/2022
The move is aimed at slowing the depreciation of the yuan, which has recently fallen to a one-year low against the dollar.
Credit Risk
BSP Proposes Changes to Large Exposures Framework for Banks
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 26/04/2022
Large exposures are defined as exposures equal to or higher than 10 percent of the Tier 1 capital, double the previous 5 percent threshold.
Capital Adequacy
RBI Eases Capital Raising Restrictions for Rural Coop Banks
By Editors | 24/04/2022
Rural cooperative banks can raise capital by issuing preference shares, perpetual debt instruments or long term subordinated bonds.
Payments & Settlements
Thailand Relaxes Foreign Exchange Regulations for Businesses
By Editors | 24/04/2022
The BOT is scrapping a $50mn annual limit on lending to unaffiliated companies in foreign countries, as well as limits on purchases of overseas real estate.
Credit Risk
Japan FSA Issues Guidance on Preventing Archegos-style Incidents
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/04/2022
Firms with securities businesses are expected to draw lessons from the shortcomings observed in the Archegos incident in order to foster a sound risk culture.
Capital Adequacy
RBI Issues Guidance on New Regulatory Framework for NBFCs
By Editors | 23/04/2022
The new guidelines cover capital requirements, large exposure limits, lending caps, and disclosures requirements for large NBFCs.
Cryptocurrency
APRA Outlines Expectations on Managing Crypto-Asset Risks
By Ranamita Chakraborty | 22/04/2022
Regulated entities looking to launch crypto-asset-related operations should consult their supervisor first. A longer-term prudential framework is being developed.
Credit Risk
Vietnam Banks Heed SBV Directive, Limit Real Estate Loans
By Editors | 22/04/2022
The SBV had asked banks to direct credit away from risky areas such as real estate and towards productive industries.
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