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Structural Regulation
Over 40 Parties to Apply for Digital Bank Licence: BNM
By Editors | 11/02/2021
Applications are being accepted until 30 June 2021, with BNM planning to award up to five licences in the first quarter of 2022.
Operational Risk
2021 Outlook for BCBS 239 Compliance in Southeast Asia
By Irene Liu | 26/01/2021
PwC’s South East Asia Consulting team discusses progress made to comply with BCBS 239 in Southeast Asian jurisdictions, providing an outlook and recommendations for the year ahead.
Liquidity Risk
BNM Extends Flexibility to Use Govt Securities to Meet SRR
By Editors | 21/01/2021
Since March 2020, the lower SRR ratio and flexibility to recognise MGS and MGII as part of SRR compliance have released MYR 46 billion in banking system liquidity.
Structural Regulation
BNM Opens Six Month Application Period for Digital Bank Licences
By Manesh Samtani | 03/01/2021
Applicant must demonstrate a commitment to driving financial inclusion. Preference will be accorded to applications where the controlling interest resides with Malaysian nationals.
Structural Regulation
Malaysia: BNM Tasks Committee With Benchmark Reform Objectives
By Editors | 22/12/2020
The Financial Markets Committee will be tasked with overseeing the development of an alternative reference rate for Malaysia and deciding on whether to retain KLIBOR.
Emerging Prudential Risks
BNM Launches New Financing Facility for ‘High Tech’ SMEs
By Editors | 20/12/2020
The facility will cater to SMEs in advanced manufacturing and services sectors as well as those participating in key government programmes.
Capital Adequacy
BNM Finalises Transitional Arrangements for ECL Accounting
By Editors | 10/12/2020
Financial institutions can add back a portion of their Stage 1 and Stage 2 provisions for ECL to Tier 1 capital over a four or three year period.
Sustainable Finance
BNM to Update Framework for Microinsurance, Microtakaful Products
By Editors | 03/12/2020
The proposals presented in a new exposure draft seek to promote more innovative, sustainable and inclusive insurance and takaful business models.
Credit Risk
BNM Provides Details on New Financing Facilities for SMEs
By Editors | 03/12/2020
The budget initiatives included a targeted facility for SME working capital, credit for micro enterprises, and support for high-tech SMEs.
Climate Risk
Malaysia, Japan Authorities Appointed to NGFS Steering Committee
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/11/2020
The inclusion of Japan’s FSA, BNM and Bank of Canada on the steering committee will widen the NGFS’ global reach and strengthening its geographical representation.
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