Prudential Risk

Credit Risk

Chinese Regulators Probe Mideast Risk as Banks Cut Exposure

By Editors | 09/03/2026

Hong Kong and mainland authorities are ordering risk reviews as financial firms halt loans, trim bond holdings, and cease some trading in the region.

Credit Risk

China Escalates Consumer Lending Crackdown, Widens Scope to Banks

By Editors | 06/03/2026

Regulators are enforcing stricter rate caps beyond micro-lenders to the entire consumer loan market, accelerating a consolidation favouring major tech platforms.

Credit Risk

FSS Korea Directs Firms to Bolster Private Credit Fund Risk Management

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/03/2026

Regulator warns of risk underestimation and information opacity as retail exposure to overseas private credit funds surges 3.2 times.

Credit Risk

Hong Kong Banks Extends Loan Relief for Tai Po Fire Victims

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/03/2026

HKMA and HKAB announce extended loan repayment holidays and flexible mortgage arrangements for residents affected by the Wang Fuk Court fire.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Bangladesh Bank Governor Appointment Challenged over Conflict of Interest

By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2026

A writ petition has been filed and a transparency watchdog has called for the cancellation of the appointment, citing legal breaches and a serious conflict of interest.

Trading & Investment

ASX Partners With LSEG to Modernise ASX 24 Derivatives Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/03/2026

The partnership will integrate LSEG's low-latency technology to enhance the resilience, performance, and capacity of Australia’s primary derivatives venue.

Capital Adequacy

China Signals Major Financial Push Including Bank Capital Injections

By Mark Johnston | 06/03/2026

Beijing unveils a multi-pronged strategy using bank injections, special bonds, and targeted monetary policy to bolster the economy and foster "new quality productive forces".

Liquidity Risk

ASIC Heightens Scrutiny of Private Credit Amid Global Market Stress

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 06/03/2026

The regulator is monitoring liquidity and valuation risks as problems emerge in more mature overseas markets.

Clearing & Post-Trade

SEBI Sets Rules for Custodians Offering Unregulated Financial Services

By Nithya Subramanian | 06/03/2026

The new rules permit custodians to offer services beyond SEBI's purview but mandate separate business units and strict governance safeguards.