Prudential Risk

Credit Risk

Japan Regulator Issues Guidelines to Boost Lending

By Samuel Riding | 18/10/2016

Guidelines state banks should focus on lending to companies with growth potential.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

Korea Clarifies Financial Firm Governance Laws

By Samuel Riding | 17/10/2016

Regulator responds to concerns about rules on outside directors, risk management and transparency.

Resolution & Recovery

BCBS Finalises TLAC Holdings Treatment

By Samuel Riding | 14/10/2016

Standard aims to reduce risk of contagion within financial system in event of bank collapse.

Cybersecurity

Up at Night – Hong Kong’s Most Pressing Regulatory Issues

By Wolters Kluwer Financial Services | 14/10/2016

Speakers at recent Institute of Bankers conference discuss cybersecurity, AML/CTF, and more.

Credit Risk

China Banking Sector Could Face ‘Disruptive Adjustment’ – RBA

By Samuel Riding | 14/10/2016

Australian central bank concerned by rising debt, slowing economic growth and risks from smaller lenders.

Emerging Prudential Risks

China to Tighten Internet Finance Rules

By Samuel Riding | 14/10/2016

PBOC to head taskforce including securities regulator and issue measures by March 2017.

Capital Adequacy

Regulation Still the Top Risk Concern for Global Banks – EY

By Samuel Riding | 13/10/2016

50% of boards, 68% of CROs prioritising regulatory implementation, meeting supervisory expectations.

AI Risk & Governance

Regtech for Regulators – A New Paradigm

By Samuel Riding | 13/10/2016

Study suggests regulators are behind those they regulate in implementing technology.

Credit Risk

Korea Loan-loss Proposals Could Backfire – Fitch

By Samuel Riding | 12/10/2016

Rating agency concerned about move to less conservative requirements.