All posts tagged "BOJ"
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452JapanJapan Lawmakers to Propose Streamlining FSA, BOJ Bank Inspections
Lawmakers reportedly plan to propose that the FSA and BOJ create a committee to address complaints from FIs concerning an overlap between the two agencies in bank inspections.
October 22, 2020 -
1.5KContributed ArticleAbout Half of Global FX Market Exposed to Settlement Risk
Without immediate action, FX settlement risk will continue to accumulate and introduce vulnerabilities into the global financial system, says Margaret Law at CLS.
October 16, 2020 -
1.2KFintech / RegtechBOJ to Commence CBDC Testing as Early as April 2021
A proof of concept will take place over two phases, followed by a possible pilot programme involving private payment service providers and end-users.
October 12, 2020 -
1.1KBig PictureBIS Report Outlines Common Foundation for Retail CBDCs
Any decision to launch a CBDC would depend on an informed judgment that the risks can be managed, including the risk of disintermediating banks or enabling 'digital runs'.
October 11, 2020 -
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Japan: Bank Stress Tests to Use Covid-19 as Baseline Scenario
The BOJ and FSA jointly stress-tested banks using a common scenario for the first time in December. This year's stress tests will use the Covid-19 pandemic as the common scenario.
October 8, 2020 -
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BOJ Has Effectively Paid Banks to Lend to Businesses – Report
In April, the BOJ started offering banks a 0.1% interest rate if they used a new lending facility to lend to SMEs. Banks have shown record lending in recent months.
August 18, 2020 -
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Japan Proposes Mid-2021 Cut-off on New LIBOR Loans, Bonds
Feedback is sought on fallbacks for cash products referencing JPY LIBOR. Under the plan, issuance of new LIBOR based loans and bonds will cease by mid-2021.
August 10, 2020 -
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Japanese Trust Funds Align with Global Trends on FX Settlement Risk
Trust funds in Japan have started focusing on mitigating FX settlement risk, to which they have long been exposed. This article explains the change in focus and the factors behind this.
July 27, 2020 -
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BOJ, FSA Again Urge FIs to Step Up Preparation for LIBOR Transition
Financial institutions are urged to continue to take the necessary steps to ensure a smooth transition from LIBOR, even as they allocate resources to support Japanese businesses and households.
July 24, 2020 -
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Japan FSA Pushes for Sustainability in Bank Business Models
Management changes may be needed at regional banks that lack sustainability in their business models, says the FSA's Toshihide Endo.
July 10, 2020
