Lenders will receive zero-interest financing for the provision of green and sustainability-linked loans and investment in green and sustainability-linked bonds.
September 28, 2021The BOJ and FSA are collaborating to measure the resilience of Japan's three mega-banks and top three non-life insurers to the risks posed by climate change.
September 3, 2021The presence of digital ID infrastructure can influence the design and roll-out of CBDC initiatives, writes Claus Christensen.
August 24, 2021OIS transactions based on TONA and TIBOR increased in July, suggesting alternative rates to JPY LIBOR are gaining traction.
August 6, 2021The BOJ will offer zero-interest funds to FIs making loans and investments to tackle climate change, study the programme's impacts, and make adjustments when necessary.
July 29, 2021A measure will be introduced enabling FIs to receive funds from the BOJ against investments or loans made in support of efforts to address climate change.
July 26, 2021The FSA has reportedly created a new position to head the section, which will also oversee decentralised finance and deepen dialogue with foreign regulators.
July 20, 2021The FSA and BOJ are reportedly looking to better understand whether AML, anti-fraud, and cybersecurity measures at FIs are adequate.
July 15, 2021The BOJ has cut its bond purchase targets, reflecting a desire to make the market more active after its own policy led to stagnant trading.
July 3, 2021The BOJ also said it will introduce a new programme to support investment and loans made by FIs to address climate change issues.
June 23, 2021