Prudential Risk

Credit Risk

FSC Korea Urges Brokers to Curb Risk and Boost Venture Funding

By Editors | 11/05/2026

The regulator has criticised the ‘me-too’ strategies and windfall profits, while announcing plans to expand SME-focused brokers and support for venture exit markets.

Structural Regulation

Korea Urged to Ease Card Regulations to Boost Competition

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 11/05/2026

Academics argue that Korea's strict leverage and business scope rules put domestic card firms at a disadvantage against big tech and hurt consumers.

Capital Adequacy

China NFRA Proposes Overhaul of Rules for Rural Lenders

By Manesh Samtani | 11/05/2026

The draft rules are expected to force consolidation by hiking capital minimums and requiring principal sponsors to hold a majority stake.

Market Risk

Indonesia to Revive Dormant Stabilisation Fund to Support Bond Market

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/05/2026

The finance ministry will activate a dedicated fund to buy government bonds, aiming to curb capital outflows and support the currency.

Credit Risk

India Unveils INR 2.55tn Credit Scheme for Stressed Sectors

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/05/2026

The government will provide guarantees to lenders to support MSMEs and airlines facing liquidity challenges from the Middle East conflict.

Credit Risk

Bangladesh Extends Policy Support for Distressed Borrowers

By Editors | 11/05/2026

The central bank has extended its loan restructuring scheme until 30 June, aiming to help businesses recover and manage soaring default loans.

Cybersecurity

Indian Banks Told to Prepare for ‘Mythos’ AI Cyber Threat

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/05/2026

India’s MOF has urged banks and insurers to strengthen cyber resilience against emerging AI threats targeting legacy systems.

Resolution & Recovery

Bangladesh Enacts New Deposit Protection Law to Promote Stability

By Nithya Subramanian | 11/05/2026

The new law doubles coverage to BDT 200,000, extends the scheme to non-bank financial institutions, and allows funds to be used in bank resolutions.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Bangladesh Regulator Mandates 14-Week Training for New Bankers

By Editors | 11/05/2026

BB issued new guidelines requiring a 14-week training programme for all entry-level officials to standardise professional competency and ethics.