Prudential Risk

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

Capital Adequacy

WFE Urges Basel Committee to Rethink Crypto Capital Rules

By Manesh Samtani | 20/03/2026

WFE warns that current standards risk stifling tokenisation and do not reflect the principle of 'same risk, same regulation'.

Liquidity Risk

RBNZ Finalises Changes to Liquidity Management Framework

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 19/03/2026

The RBNZ will introduce weekly full-allotment OMOs from 2026 and has decided on a composition-based fee for its new liquidity facility.

Credit Risk

Shanghai Cuts Commercial Property Loan Down Payment Requirements

By Mark Johnston | 19/03/2026

Shanghai's first commercial property lending adjustment in nearly 20 years signals a nationwide push to clear persistent inventory overhangs in the commercial real estate sector.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China's 15th Five-Year Plan Targets Deep Reforms to Establish 'Financial Powerhouse'

By Manesh Samtani | 18/03/2026

The 2026-2030 plan details a roadmap to build a ‘financial powerhouse’ through capital market reforms, expanded opening, and a focus on systemic risk management.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

China Intensifies Banker Pay Reforms With Steep Bonus Cuts

By Mark Johnston | 18/03/2026

Regulators are enforcing bonus reductions of up to 50 percent at state-owned firms to correct pay imbalances and advance 'common prosperity'