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  • 2026-09-25MoldovaNational Bank of Moldova

    National Bank of Moldova proposes standardized notifications for impracticability of contractual recognition of write-down and conversion powers

    The National Bank of Moldova has proposed uniform notification templates for cases where firms cannot include contractual recognition of write-down and conversion powers in liabilities. The requirements would apply from Jan. 1, 2029, with quarterly reporting for contracts and instruments and semiannual reporting for specified liability categories. First reports would follow the first quarter and first half of 2029.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsRecovery and resolutionRegulatory reporting
  • 2026-09-25AngolaAngola Insurance Authority (ARSEG)

    Angola Insurance Authority launches consultation on uniform compulsory liability policy for travel and tourism businesses

    The Angola Insurance Authority has launched a consultation on a uniform compulsory civil liability insurance policy for licensed travel and tourism businesses. The proposal would cover travel agencies, tourism agencies, tour operators and other registered entities, strengthening protection for customers and third parties.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25BotswanaBank of Botswana

    Bank of Botswana wins 2026 Africa award for continuity and resilience innovation

    The Bank of Botswana has won the 2026 Business Continuity Institute Africa Award for an internally developed application that assesses central banks’ business continuity maturity. Designed against ISO 22301:2019, the tool supports benchmarking, gap analysis and improvement planning across Southern African Development Community central banks.

    Institutional developmentTechnology & data transformationOperational risk and resilienceOperational excellence
  • 2026-09-25United StatesU.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs

    U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs ranking member criticizes reported extension of BIS Affiliates Rule suspension

    U.S. Senate Banking Committee ranking member Elizabeth Warren criticized the reported extension of the suspension of the BIS Affiliates Rule, which is designed to restrict Chinese access to advanced technology. She called for bipartisan export control legislation to be brought to the Senate floor.

    OtherArtificial intelligenceGeopolitical risk
  • 2026-09-25United KingdomFinancial Conduct Authority

    UK Financial Conduct Authority reports ITI Capital has entered special administration

    The UK Financial Conduct Authority reported that ITI Capital Ltd has entered special administration, with two Teneo Financial Advisory partners appointed as administrators. The brokerage remains FCA-regulated, while customers have been directed to Teneo and warned about cloned-firm scams.

    SupervisionInterventionsClient asset custody and safekeepingConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25CanadaPayments Canada

    Payments Canada appoints Stephan Orzechowski to lead strategic partnerships and business transformation

    Payments Canada appointed Stephan Orzechowski as vice president of strategic partnerships and business transformation. He will lead vendor partnerships, change management and platform deployment strategies, including participant readiness and payment system transitions.

    Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsPayments and payment systemsMarket infrastructureOperational excellence
  • 2026-09-25NamibiaBank of Namibia

    Bank of Namibia identifies governance, capacity and revenue priorities ahead of potential oil production

    The Bank of Namibia identified stronger regulation, institutional capacity, revenue management and local participation as priorities before potential oil production. It is also strengthening macroeconomic forecasting and financial stability surveillance to prepare for petroleum-related risks. Oil and gas attracted about NAD 74.4 billion in foreign direct investment between 2021 and 2025, roughly 56% of total inflows.

    Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and tools
  • 2026-09-25ItalyBank of Italy

    Bank of Italy Deputy Governor Chiara Scotti outlines 12-month 2027 digital euro pilot and regulatory trade-offs

    Bank of Italy Deputy Governor Chiara Scotti said the digital euro must next pass regulatory and real-world tests, with EU legislation targeted for completion in 2026. A 12-month pilot beginning in the second half of 2027 will involve 36 euro-area payment service providers and test real online and offline payments. Any issuance remains subject to a final European Central Bank decision, with 2029 identified as a possible date.

    Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsCBDCPayments and payment systemsAML and CFT
  • 2026-09-25PanamaSuperintendencia de Bancos de Panama

    Superintendency of Banks of Panama opens ninth awareness conference on regulatory changes and emerging financial crime risks

    The Superintendency of Banks of Panama opened its ninth awareness conference on regulatory changes, emerging financial crime trends and technology related risks. Superintendent Milton Ayón Wong urged supervised institutions to continually strengthen prevention frameworks and coordinate action across boards, management, compliance, audit, risk and other staff.

    SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitAML and CFTComplianceRisk management
  • 2026-09-25United StatesFederal Deposit Insurance Corporation

    Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation publishes nine August 2026 enforcement orders

    The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation published nine enforcement orders taken against banks and individuals in August 2026, including four prohibition orders and a supervisory prompt corrective action directive. No administrative hearings are scheduled for October 2026.

    EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsCompliance
  • 2026-09-25EuropeEuropean Banking Authority

    European Banking Authority finds EU and EEA banks remain strong despite heightened external risks

    The European Banking Authority found that EU and EEA banks maintained strong capital, liquidity, asset quality and profitability in the second quarter of 2026. The sector’s Common Equity Tier 1 ratio was 16.1% and return on equity reached 11.3%, although geopolitical uncertainty, rising rates and elevated asset valuations require close monitoring.

    Data & statisticsCapital adequacyLiquidity riskAsset quality
  • 2026-09-25UruguayCentral Bank of Uruguay

    Central Bank of Uruguay president highlights stronger economic resilience and stable inflation of 4.5%

    Central Bank of Uruguay President Guillermo Tolosa highlighted inflation of 4.5% and stronger resilience to external shocks during a meeting with business representatives in Salto. He said macroeconomic stability provides greater certainty for investment, planning and long-term decisions.

    Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksMacroprudential policy and toolsFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-25United StatesThe White House

    US White House outlines China agreements on tariff treatment for USD 30 billion in goods each way, coal purchases and super intelligence dialogue

    The US White House outlined agreements with China on recommended tariff treatment for USD 30 billion of goods in each direction and Chinese purchases of at least 10 million metric tons of US coal in both 2027 and 2028. The countries also operationalized bilateral trade and investment mechanisms and established a Super Intelligence Dialogue, with the next exchange due by November 2026. Talks continue over rare earth and critical mineral supply shortages.

    Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperationGeopolitical risk
  • 2026-09-25BulgariaNational Bank of Bulgaria

    National Bank of Bulgaria maintains countercyclical capital buffer at 2.25% for fourth quarter of 2027

    The National Bank of Bulgaria has maintained the countercyclical capital buffer at 2.25% for credit risk exposures in Bulgaria during the fourth quarter of 2027. The decision reflects rapid domestic credit growth and external uncertainty, despite a credit-to-GDP gap that implied a zero benchmark buffer.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsMacroprudential policy and toolsCapital adequacyFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-25United StatesU.S. Department of Justice

    U.S. Department of Justice secures conviction in alien smuggling conspiracy that laundered over USD 20 million

    The U.S. Department of Justice secured the conviction of Lazaro Alain Cabrera-Rodriguez for an international alien smuggling and money laundering conspiracy involving fraudulent visa waiver applications. More than USD 20 million passed through up to 57 bank accounts, and he faces up to 20 years in prison when sentenced Dec. 17.

    EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsAML and CFTFraud and scams
  • 2026-09-25United KingdomBank of England

    Bank of England staff paper finds discretionary inflation may better guide euro area monetary stabilization

    A Bank of England staff paper finds that euro area CPI weights may differ from the weights best suited to monetary stabilization because inflation is concentrated in necessity sectors while policy primarily affects discretionary activity and employment. A discretionary inflation rule closes about two thirds of the modeled welfare gap between a CPI rule and Ramsey policy and reduces welfare losses by 9.4% under the estimated distribution of euro area shocks.

    ResearchMacroprudential policy and tools
  • 2026-09-25EuropeEuropean Financial Reporting Advisory Group

    European Financial Reporting Advisory Group gathers Japanese input on draft non-EU sustainability reporting standard

    The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group and the Sustainability Standards Board of Japan gathered Japanese stakeholder input on the ESRS-40a Exposure Draft for certain non-EU undertakings. Discussions focused on interoperability and reducing duplicate reporting burdens for Japanese entities likely to apply both sets of standards.

    Policy & regulationInternational standards & recommendationsAccounting and financial reportingESGDisclosures
  • 2026-09-25HondurasComisión Nacional de Bancos y Seguros de Honduras

    Honduras' National Banking and Insurance Commission approves beneficial ownership registry rules with fines of up to 500 minimum wages

    The National Banking and Insurance Commission of Honduras approved rules for the Centralized Beneficial Owner Registry, including a 25% ownership threshold, control based identification and ongoing reporting duties. Covered entities must update or confirm information annually, report changes promptly and retain records for five years. Violations may attract fines of up to 500 minimum wages, while registration will begin under a separate administrative act.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsBeneficial ownershipAML and CFTRegulatory reporting
  • 2026-09-25EcuadorCentral Bank of Ecuador

    Central Bank of Ecuador reports 2.1% annual growth in second quarter, July activity rises 7.9%

    Ecuador’s economy grew 2.1% year on year in the second quarter of 2026 but contracted 1.3% from the previous quarter as investment and household consumption declined. The monthly activity index rose 7.9% year on year in July, largely because of a recovery in oil and mining output.

    Data & statisticsActivity and performance reporting
  • 2026-09-25JapanMinistry of Finance (Japan)

    Japan's Ministry of Finance reports renewed Japan US concern over yen undervaluation

    Japanese Finance Minister Katayama and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent reaffirmed concern over the yen's undervaluation, discussed financial markets and agreed to strengthen bilateral cooperation.

    Policy & regulationCooperationForeign exchange policy and marketsCross-border cooperation
  • 2026-09-25GlobalInternational Monetary Fund

    International Monetary Fund outlines coordinated restructuring of China's local government debt overhang at 90% of GDP

    An International Monetary Fund departmental paper calls for a coordinated restructuring of China’s local government debt, estimated at 90% of GDP at the end of 2025. It recommends fiscal reforms and stronger financial safety nets before using insolvency procedures to restructure viable financing vehicles and unwind nonviable debt. The central government would lead the process and provide conditional support to affected provinces.

    Policy & regulationInternational standards & recommendationsFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and toolsCredit risk
  • 2026-09-25GlobalEgmont Group

    Egmont Group’s ECOFEL and FIU-Kenya to co-organize regional virtual assets workshop

    The Egmont Group’s ECOFEL and FIU-Kenya will hold a regional virtual assets workshop from Sept. 28-30 for financial intelligence unit analysts and experts. The program will cover emerging crime risks, blockchain investigations, sanctions evasion and advanced investigative techniques.

    Institutional developmentCooperation & capacity buildingAML and CFTBlockchain and distributed ledger technologyDeFi
  • 2026-09-25Cape VerdeBank of Cape Verde

    Bank of Cabo Verde finds financial system resilient in 2025 despite concentration and emerging risks

    The Bank of Cabo Verde found that the financial system remained resilient in 2025, with bank solvency rising to 25.2% and the nonperforming loan ratio falling to 5.2%. Concentrated funding and exposures to real estate and the public sector remained key vulnerabilities, while severe stress tests identified capital or liquidity weaknesses at several institutions. Cyber, climate and external economic risks also remained material.

    SupervisionRisk monitoring & watch pointsFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and toolsStress testing
  • 2026-09-25United Arab EmiratesMinistry of Finance (United Arab Emirates)

    United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance assesses agentic AI across six financial processes

    The United Arab Emirates Ministry of Finance convened a Customer Council to assess the responsible use of agentic AI across six financial processes. Recommendations from the sessions will guide service redesign and the governance and monitoring of future digital services.

    Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsArtificial intelligenceComplianceOperational risk and resilience
  • 2026-09-25EuropeEuropean Banking Authority

    European Banking Authority launches consultation on streamlined joint decisions for bank capital and liquidity requirements

    The European Banking Authority is consulting on streamlined standards for supervisory colleges’ joint decisions on institution-specific capital and liquidity requirements. The proposal introduces a single integrated risk assessment report, aligns the process with the revised SREP framework and adds Pillar 2 Guidance and leverage ratio-related requirements and guidance.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsSupervisory collegesPrudential risks
  • 2026-09-25CyprusCentral Bank of Cyprus

    Central Bank of Cyprus reports EUR 171.5 million deposit increase and EUR 114.6 million loan increase in August

    The Central Bank of Cyprus reported net increases of EUR 171.5 million in deposits and EUR 114.6 million in loans in August 2026. Annual growth reached 6.5% for deposits and 11.8% for loans, with outstanding balances of EUR 59.3 billion and EUR 28.5 billion, respectively.

    Data & statisticsRegulatory reportingFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-25NetherlandsDutch Authority for the Financial Markets

    Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets publishes mortgage advice guidance for the Caribbean Netherlands

    The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets has issued guidance to help mortgage advisers in the Caribbean Netherlands meet statutory standards and provide advice suited to customers’ circumstances. The nonbinding guide provides examples and good practices covering the advice process, affordable housing costs and key financial risks.

    Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationConsumer and investor protectionLendingClimate risk and sustainable finance
  • 2026-09-25NetherlandsDutch Authority for the Financial Markets

    Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets chair urges stronger Dutch strategy for European and international cooperation

    Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets Chair Laura van Geest called for Dutch policymakers to look beyond domestic concerns and pursue stronger European and international cooperation. She highlighted security, climate change, technology and fragmented European financial markets as challenges that the Netherlands cannot address alone.

    Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesGeopolitical riskClimate risk and sustainable financeBigtech
  • 2026-09-25LatviaCentral Bank of Latvia

    Central Bank of Latvia to hold conference on euro area challenges and European financial integration

    The Central Bank of Latvia will hold its annual economic conference on Nov. 11, 2026, focusing on euro area challenges and their implications for smaller member states. Discussions will cover policy responses and reforms to strengthen European financial integration, including the practical effects of market fragmentation on households and small businesses.

    OtherMacroprudential policy and toolsFinancial stability and systemic riskMarket development
  • 2026-09-25AustraliaReserve Bank of Australia

    Reserve Bank of Australia reports AUD 9.14 billion balance sheet contraction to AUD 347.57 billion

    The Reserve Bank of Australia’s balance sheet contracted by AUD 9.14 billion to AUD 347.57 billion at Sept. 23, 2026. Australian dollar investments fell AUD 11.11 billion, while deposits excluding Exchange Settlement balances declined AUD 26.30 billion and Exchange Settlement balances rose AUD 12.75 billion.

    Data & statisticsActivity and performance reportingRegulatory reporting
  • 2026-09-25United KingdomFinancial Conduct Authority

    UK Financial Conduct Authority crackdown sees 21 CFD firms close, three more cancel permissions over misuse of authorisation

    Twenty-one CFD firms have closed since 2025 following a Financial Conduct Authority crackdown on firms using UK authorisation to lend credibility to linked overseas businesses, with three more cancelling their permissions. Measures have included trading restrictions, independent reviews and two enforcement investigations.

    EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsConsumer and investor protectionMarket abuseCompliance
  • 2026-09-25EuropeEuropean Financial Reporting Advisory Group

    European Financial Reporting Advisory Group recommends postponing EU review of IFRS 17 annual cohort exemption

    The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group has recommended postponing the EU review of the IFRS 17 annual cohort exemption until the IASB completes its post-implementation review. It warned that changing or removing the widely used exemption earlier could cause significant costs and unnecessary disruption for insurers.

    Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationAccounting and financial reportingRegulatory reporting
  • 2026-09-25TanzaniaTanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority

    Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority urges insurance advisers to align with National Development Vision 2050

    Tanzania Insurance Commissioner Dr. Baghayo Saqware urged TIBA and the wider insurance sector to align their activities with National Development Vision 2050. He emphasized timely claims payments, quality customer service, ethical conduct and action against fraud as foundations for inclusive and sustainable growth.

    Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationConsumer and investor protectionClaims managementFinancial inclusion
  • 2026-09-25ZimbabweSecurities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe

    Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe invites applications for procurement internship

    The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe is recruiting a procurement intern to support its procurement operations. Eligible students must provide an institutional attachment letter and apply by Oct. 2, 2026, with no prior work experience required.

    Institutional developmentWorkforce & recruitmentProcurementCompliance
  • 2026-09-25CroatiaCroatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency

    Croatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency and Ministry of Finance consult industry on investment account, T+1 and regulatory changes

    The Croatian Financial Services Supervisory Agency and Ministry of Finance consulted industry on the Croatian investment account’s implementation, the transition to T+1 settlement and forthcoming capital markets and insurance changes. The agency also signaled closer scrutiny of EMIR data quality and sought feedback on proposed market practices for the Zagreb Stock Exchange before submission to ESMA.

    Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsMarket infrastructureRegulatory reportingRecovery and resolution
  • 2026-09-25MaltaCentral Bank of Malta

    Central Bank of Malta sets 2027-2030 strategy focused on price stability, financial resilience and digital transformation

    The Central Bank of Malta’s 2027-2030 strategy prioritizes stronger monetary and macroprudential analysis, financial-sector resilience, secure payments and digital transformation. It will broaden surveillance of emerging risks, strengthen crisis preparedness, support pan-European payment solutions and digital euro readiness, and further integrate sustainability criteria into financial asset management.

    Institutional developmentGovernanceMacroprudential policy and toolsPayments and payment systemsFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-25GlobalBank for International Settlements

    Bank for International Settlements paper assesses trusted execution environments for central banks

    The Bank for International Settlements has published a paper assessing how trusted execution environments could help central banks process sensitive data without widening access to plaintext records. It identifies applications in collaborative analytics, compliance, digital asset wallets and cyber resilience, but stresses that benefits depend on attestation, strict output controls, auditable governance and layered safeguards. The paper recommends staged adoption and procurement measures addressing software supply chains, revocation, portability and vendor concentration.

    Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationCyber resilienceAML and CFTData protection
  • 2026-09-25IndonesiaOJK

    Indonesia's Financial Services Authority launches school financial literacy materials and signs education agreement

    Indonesia's Financial Services Authority launched Phase E and Phase F financial literacy teaching materials and signed an agreement with the Ministry of Primary and Secondary Education to strengthen financial education, including Islamic finance. The measures accompanied the 2026 Indonesia Sharia Financial Olympiad, which attracted 11,952 participants across 4,030 teams.

    Financial literacy & educationFinancial inclusion
  • 2026-09-25IndonesiaOJK

    Indonesia's Financial Services Authority mandates integrated incidental reporting for capital markets, derivatives and carbon exchanges

    The Indonesia Financial Services Authority will require incidental reports for the capital markets, financial derivatives and carbon exchange sectors to be filed through its integrated reporting system from Oct. 1, 2026. The framework sets data quality, correction and recordkeeping requirements, provides for system disruptions and permits administrative sanctions for noncompliance.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsRegulatory reportingComplianceCarbon markets
  • 2026-09-25IndonesiaOJK

    Indonesia's Financial Services Authority targets wider pension coverage and a larger long-term investment pool

    Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority is prioritizing wider pension participation, more adequate benefits and a stronger role for pension funds as long-term investors. Assets reached IDR 1,699.99 trillion and participation totaled about 30.67 million people as of July 2026, but low inclusion and replacement ratios point to a substantial protection gap. OJK is promoting flexible products, digital access and broader coverage of informal and self-employed workers.

    Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesFinancial inclusionConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25IndonesiaOJK

    Indonesia's Financial Services Authority outlines integrated anti-scam reporting approach and three-pillar digital regulation strategy

    Indonesia's Financial Services Authority outlined plans to integrate its consumer protection and enforcement tools with a cross-agency, single-entry scam-reporting system. Its digital regulation strategy combines regulatory sandboxes, baseline standards and evidence-based evaluation. Passing a sandbox does not provide a business license, and participants must complete the required licensing or registration.

    Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsConsumer and investor protectionRegulatory sandboxFintech and insurtech
  • 2026-09-25GlobalINTERPOL

    INTERPOL Americas Regional Conference adopts recommendations to strengthen action against illicit financial flows

    The INTERPOL Americas Regional Conference adopted recommendations to strengthen cooperation and information sharing against illicit financial flows and transnational organized crime. The measures promote wider use of INTERPOL payment intervention, asset tracing and operational task force tools.

    Policy & regulationCooperationAML and CFTCross-border cooperation
  • 2026-09-25AzerbaijanCentral Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan

    Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan Governor calls for agile data based regulation amid global uncertainty

    Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan Governor Taleh Kazimov called for agile, data based regulation amid global uncertainty. He highlighted foreign investment as central to Azerbaijan’s economic diversification and pointed to macroeconomic conditions, financial stability and international ratings as foundations for investor confidence.

    Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesFinancial stability and systemic riskCredit ratingsMarket development
  • 2026-09-25EuropeEuropean Central Bank

    European Central Bank working paper finds end-2025 conditions reduced stagflation risks from a 2022-scale geopolitical shock

    An ECB working paper finds that a geopolitical shock comparable to the one preceding Russia’s invasion of Ukraine would generate substantially less stagflation risk under December 2025 conditions than under January 2022 conditions. Its model measures effects across the full distribution of euro area and U.S. outcomes, including tail risks and transitions into high-volatility states. The findings are those of the author, not the ECB.

    ResearchFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and toolsStress testing
  • 2026-09-25VietnamVietnam State Securities Commission

    Vietnam State Securities Commission selects consortium for data warehouse software testing contract worth VND 1.895 billion

    The Vietnam State Securities Commission selected a consortium led by Tester Viet Company Limited for a VND 1.895 billion internal software testing contract covering its specialized centralized data warehouse. The lump sum contract will run for three months from its effective date.

    Institutional developmentProcurementOutsourcing and third-party risk management
  • 2026-09-25RussiaCentral Bank of Russia

    Central Bank of Russia publishes research showing long-term inflation expectations near 4% and uneven rate transmission

    The Central Bank of Russia has published research indicating that long-term market inflation expectations approached its 4% target by early 2026. The studies also find that key rate changes affect industries and regions unevenly, while retaining an anti-inflationary effect across all sectors.

    ResearchArtificial intelligenceMacroprudential policy and toolsFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-25CyprusCentral Bank of Cyprus

    Central Bank of Cyprus announces coin design workshop offering eligibility to join its numismatic design collaborator list

    The Central Bank of Cyprus will hold an in-person coin design workshop on Nov. 3, 2026, for qualified art and design professionals and recognized competition participants. Attendees will become eligible to apply for inclusion on the central bank’s list of numismatic design collaborators.

    Institutional developmentCooperation & capacity buildingCurrency and cash management
  • 2026-09-25UkraineUkraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market

    Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market and partner authorities publish financial competency framework for entrepreneurs and small businesses

    The Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market and partner authorities have published a financial competency framework for entrepreneurs and micro and small businesses. It supports self-assessment and financial education across business development stages, covering financial services, planning, risk, insurance, capital markets and wartime risks.

    Financial literacy & educationFinancial inclusionSME financing
  • 2026-09-25Hong KongHong Kong Securities & Futures Commission

    Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission launches first anti-scam investor education initiative in a Cha Chaan Teng

    The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission has launched its first anti-scam investor education initiative in a Cha Chaan Teng. The campaign urges investors to pause before transferring funds, verify people and firms through the commission’s Public Register and Alert List, and avoid suspicious links and information requests.

    Financial literacy & educationFraud and scamsConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25Hong KongHong Kong Securities & Futures Commission

    Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission suspends trading in Silver Grant shares over concerns about HKD 2 billion in unsecured loans

    The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission suspended trading in Silver Grant shares following an investigation into approximately HKD 2 billion in unsecured loans. Evidence suggests more than HKD 1 billion was indirectly transferred to the company’s then-major shareholder or a related party, while Silver Grant failed to address concerns about the loans’ commercial rationale and its credit assessments.

    SupervisionInterventionsMarket abuseConsumer and investor protectionCredit risk
  • 2026-09-25Hong KongFinancial Services and the Treasury Bureau (Hong Kong)

    Hong Kong's Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau appoints four and reappoints three nonexecutive directors to the Accounting and Financial Reporting Council

    Hong Kong's Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau appointed four new nonexecutive directors and reappointed three others to the Accounting and Financial Reporting Council Board. Their two-year terms run from Oct. 1, 2026, through Sept. 30, 2028.

    Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsAccounting and financial reportingCorporate governance
  • 2026-09-25Hong KongFinancial Services and the Treasury Bureau (Hong Kong)

    Hong Kong Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau appoints new leadership and members to the Occupational Retirement Schemes Appeal Board

    The Hong Kong Financial Secretary appointed Miranda So Man-wah and Hilda Lam as chair and deputy chair of the Occupational Retirement Schemes Appeal Board. Three members were appointed or reappointed for two-year terms beginning Oct. 1, 2026.

    Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
  • 2026-09-25Hong KongHong Kong Monetary Authority

    Hong Kong Monetary Authority issues alert on bank related online scams

    The Hong Kong Monetary Authority has warned the public about reported bank related online scams. Affected customers should contact the relevant bank and Hong Kong Police Force.

    SupervisionAlertsFraud and scamsConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25Hong KongHong Kong Monetary Authority

    Hong Kong Monetary Authority sets sixth retail green bond interest rate at 4.75%

    The Hong Kong Monetary Authority set the sixth annual interest rate for the retail green bonds due in 2026 at 4.75%. The payment is scheduled for Oct. 12, 2026.

    Monetary policyMonetary policy instruments & operationsClimate risk and sustainable financeESGGreen taxonomy
  • 2026-09-25AustriaAustrian National Bank (OeNB)

    Austrian National Bank reports financial education reaches more than 155,000 people, identifies fraud prevention and digitalization gaps

    The Austrian National Bank and its partners reported that financial education initiatives reached more than 155,000 people in person, while website visits rose by one third to about 550,000. The monitoring report identified weak adult participation in face to face programs and limited coverage of fraud prevention, consumer protection and digitalization. Its findings will inform Austria’s 2027–2035 financial education strategy, due in January 2027.

    Financial literacy & educationFraud and scamsConsumer and investor protectionFinancial inclusion
  • 2026-09-25GermanyBaFin

    Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority and partner agencies shut down 9,304 phone numbers linked to cyber investment fraud

    Germany’s Federal Financial Supervisory Authority and partner agencies disabled 9,304 German phone numbers linked to suspected cyber investment fraud over the past three months. Operation Herakles has now shut down 13,888 German and Austrian numbers, while telecommunications companies have been directed to tighten registration and distributor compliance controls.

    EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsFraud and scamsCyber resilience
  • 2026-09-25DenmarkNational Bank of Denmark

    National Bank of Denmark reports interest-only mortgages nearing 50% of homeowner debt

    Interest-only mortgage debt reached DKK 911.8 billion at the end of August 2026, equal to 48.7% of Danish homeowners’ total mortgage debt. Shares vary widely by municipality, exceeding 70% in parts of North Zealand but remaining below 21% in Billund, Lolland and Tønder.

    Data & statisticsLendingFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and tools
  • 2026-09-25AustraliaAustralian Securities & Investments Commission

    Australian Securities and Investments Commission replaces expiring dollar disclosure and general advice relief instruments

    The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has replaced two instruments expiring on Oct. 1, 2026, maintaining relief for Australian dollar disclosures and general advice in certain exempt documents. The dollar disclosure exemptions now also cover certain risk products provided by discretionary mutual funds.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsDisclosuresConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25AsiaAsia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering (APG)

    Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering completes first APG-only Global 5th Round onsite visit in Fiji

    The Asia/Pacific Group on Money Laundering has completed the first APG-only onsite assessment under the Global 5th Round as part of Fiji’s mutual evaluation. The team held more than 70 meetings over two weeks to examine Fiji’s financial crime framework and its effectiveness in practice.

    Policy & regulationPeer reviews and country evaluationsAML and CFTCross-border cooperation
  • 2026-09-25IndonesiaBank of Indonesia

    Bank Indonesia and Central Bank of Timor-Leste sign agreement to develop payment connectivity and explore QRIS Cross-Border

    Bank Indonesia and the Central Bank of Timor-Leste have agreed to deepen cooperation on payment systems and digital financial innovation. The two central banks will explore QRIS Cross-Border connectivity to facilitate simpler, more efficient, secure and inclusive payments between their countries.

    Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border paymentsPayments and payment systems
  • 2026-09-25AustraliaAustralian Securities & Investments Commission

    Australian Securities and Investments Commission reports former Big Un CEO sentenced for communicating inside information

    Former Big Un chief executive Richard Evans has been sentenced to one year and nine months’ imprisonment, served through an Intensive Correction Order, and 400 hours of community service for communicating inside information. He is also automatically disqualified from managing corporations for five years.

    EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsMarket abuse
  • 2026-09-25New ZealandReserve Bank of New Zealand

    Reserve Bank of New Zealand announces Rebecca Williams's appointment to Monetary Policy Committee for one-year term

    Rebecca Williams has been appointed as an internal member of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand’s Monetary Policy Committee for a one-year term starting Oct. 15, 2026. The appointment fills a seat vacant since March 2025, and Williams will participate in the Oct. 28 Monetary Policy Review.

    Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointmentsMacroprudential policy and tools
  • 2026-09-25AustraliaAustralian Securities & Investments Commission

    Australian Securities and Investments Commission disqualifies Yuetu Ma from managing corporations for four years over failed gold companies

    The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has disqualified Yuetu Ma from managing corporations for four years over governance failures at two collapsed gold companies. The companies raised AUD 44 million from about 400 shareholders, but no assets were identified when they entered liquidation in 2024. The ban runs until Sept. 21, 2030.

    EnforcementSanctions & designationsCorporate governanceFiduciary dutyFitness and propriety
  • 2026-09-25TajikistanNational Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan

    National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan reviews Phase II financial sector project and discusses future World Bank and SECO cooperation

    The National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan reviewed the results of Phase II of its financial sector strengthening project with World Bank Group advisers. The parties discussed possible future cooperation with the World Bank and SECO across financial stability, banking supervision, payments and consumer protection, without announcing specific new measures.

    Policy & regulationCooperationFinancial stability and systemic riskPayments and payment systemsConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-25PakistanState Bank of Pakistan

    State Bank of Pakistan unveils industry-funded remittance reward scheme with PKR 16 billion in annual prizes

    The State Bank of Pakistan has unveiled an industry-funded scheme offering PKR 16 billion in annual prizes to users of formal home remittance channels. Beneficiaries receiving at least USD 100 in each of three consecutive months can enter quarterly draws, with the first scheduled for Jan. 15, 2027. Participation is free and does not require a minimum balance.

    Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsFinancial inclusionCross-border paymentsPayments and payment systems
  • 2026-09-25IndiaIndia International Financial Services Centres Authority

    India International Financial Services Centres Authority issues differential distribution framework for blended finance fund structures

    The India International Financial Services Centres Authority has allowed Venture Capital Schemes and Restricted Schemes to issue unit classes with different distribution rights, facilitating blended finance and other fund structures. Junior or subordinate units carry minimum investments of USD 1 million for Accredited Investors and USD 2 million for others, with enhanced disclosure and independent valuation requirements. Eligible ESG Schemes may also accept grants that do not form most of their corpus.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsESGDisclosuresCompliance
  • 2026-09-25United StatesFederal Deposit Insurance Corporation

    US Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation takes receivership of Nano Banc and transfers deposits and USD 476 million in assets to Sunwest Bank

    The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation took receivership of Nano Banc and agreed to transfer substantially all deposits and approximately USD 476 million in assets to Sunwest Bank. Depositors retain immediate access to insured funds, and the sole branch will reopen as a Sunwest Bank branch on Sept. 28, 2026. The estimated cost to the Deposit Insurance Fund is USD 114 million.

    SupervisionInterventionsRecovery and resolutionFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-24Cayman IslandsCayman Islands Monetary Authority

    Cayman Islands Monetary Authority updates AML and sanctions FAQs on risk based audit requirements

    The Cayman Islands Monetary Authority updated its AML and sanctions FAQs to clarify risk based independent audit requirements under rules effective Sept. 18, 2026. Firms are not required to conduct a new audit solely because the rules took effect, and they retain responsibility for compliance when AML functions are outsourced.

    Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationAML and CFTAuditingCompliance
  • 2026-09-24Latin AmericaFinancial Action Task Force of Latin America (GAFILAT)

    Financial Action Task Force of Latin America advances regional risk assessments for insurance and nonprofit sectors

    The Financial Action Task Force of Latin America advanced regional risk assessments for the insurance and nonprofit sectors after reviewing preliminary findings with authorities, specialists and industry representatives. The work identified regional risk patterns, jurisdictional differences and information gaps that will inform revised assessments.

    Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsAML and CFTRisk management
  • 2026-09-24RussiaCentral Bank of Russia

    Central Bank of Russia extends suspension of fund transfers from brokerage and trust accounts for six months

    The Central Bank of Russia will extend restrictions on fund transfers from individuals’ and legal entities’ brokerage and trust management accounts for six months from Oct. 1, 2026. Foreign investors may repatriate funds held in In-type accounts and invested in the Russian financial market.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsFinancial stability and systemic riskPayments and payment systems
  • 2026-09-24United StatesFederal Reserve Bank of Kansas City

    Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City reports continued Tenth District manufacturing growth and steady outlook

    The Federal Reserve Bank of Kansas City reported continued growth in Tenth District manufacturing activity and rising price indexes, while expectations remained steady. Manufacturers cited automation, worker training and flexible work arrangements as their main responses to an aging workforce.

    Data & statisticsActivity and performance reporting
  • 2026-09-24CanadaBank of Canada

    Bank of Canada assesses lasting economic effects of shifting global trade barriers

    The Bank of Canada assessed how tariffs and other trade barriers are reshaping Canadian production, supply chains and export demand, with lasting consequences for growth, investment and productive capacity. Trade agreement protections have limited some effects, but key industrial sectors remain under pressure and uncertainty continues to influence business decisions. The Bank said monetary policy cannot offset these structural changes but can support adjustment through stable inflation.

    ResearchGeopolitical riskFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and tools
  • 2026-09-24JerseyFinancial Services Unit (Jersey)

    Jersey's Financial Services Unit publishes four-priority government agenda spanning affordability, competitiveness, investment and fiscal stability

    Jersey's Financial Services Unit has published the new Government's agenda for affordability, competitiveness, investment and financial stability. Planned measures include regulatory and planning reform, housing and infrastructure investment, tighter control of public spending and delivery of the Time to Win financial services plan. The forthcoming Budget and Common Strategic Policy will begin putting the agenda into effect.

    Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesFinancial stability and systemic riskFinancial inclusion
  • 2026-09-24EgyptCentral Bank of Egypt

    Central Bank of Egypt holds policy rates at 19% to 20%, lowers inflation forecast

    The Central Bank of Egypt held its overnight deposit and lending rates at 19% and 20%, with other key rates unchanged at 19.5%. It lowered its inflation forecast after headline inflation eased to 14.5% in August, but retained a restrictive stance as regional tensions, fiscal measures and global commodity prices pose upside risks.

    Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMacroprudential policy and toolsFinancial stability and systemic risk
  • 2026-09-24United StatesFederal Reserve Board

    Federal Reserve Board launches two consultations on GENIUS Act framework for payment stablecoin issuers

    The Federal Reserve Board has proposed a GENIUS Act framework requiring Board-supervised payment stablecoin issuers to maintain full backing with permissible reserve assets and meet capital and risk management standards. A separate proposal would establish a tailored application and review process for supervised banks seeking to issue payment stablecoins.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsStablecoinsCapital adequacyPayments and payment systems
  • 2026-09-24United StatesNational Association Of Insurance Commissioners

    National Association of Insurance Commissioners details tighter state oversight of private investments, ratings and life reinsurance

    The National Association of Insurance Commissioners outlined how state regulators are tightening risk based oversight of complex and private investments, external ratings, affiliated relationships and life reinsurance. Measures include a 45% capital charge on residual structured securities, revised year-end 2026 CLO factors and standardized private investment reporting from year-end 2026. Regulators are also reviewing the first Actuarial Guideline 55 reinsurance filings and strengthening asset adequacy analysis for complex holdings.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsCapital adequacyCredit ratingsRegulatory reporting
  • 2026-09-24MexicoCentral Bank of Mexico

    Central Bank of Mexico unanimously holds overnight interbank rate target at 6.50%

    The Central Bank of Mexico unanimously held its overnight interbank interest rate target at 6.50%, citing disinflation, economic slack and restrictive monetary conditions. Headline inflation rose to 3.42% in the first half of September, while core inflation eased to 3.79%. Inflation is still forecast to reach the 3% target in the fourth quarter of 2027, with risks tilted to the upside.

    Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMacroprudential policy and toolsFinancial stability and systemic riskForeign exchange policy and markets
  • 2026-09-24United StatesU.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs

    U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs ranking member seeks answers on removal of safeguards against political interference in federal statistics

    Senate Banking Committee Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren requested explanations from Commerce, OMB and the Federal Reserve about Commerce’s removal of safeguards against political interference in scientific work. She warned that the change could weaken Census Bureau and Bureau of Economic Analysis data used for economic policy, redistricting and interest rate decisions. Responses are due by Oct. 7, 2026.

    Policy & regulationRules & requirementsData management
  • 2026-09-24United StatesFederal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia

    Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia hosts 10th Annual Fintech Conference on digital asset regulation and adoption

    The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia is hosting its 10th Annual Fintech Conference on Sept. 24 and 25. The event focuses on digital asset regulation, blockchain integration, tokenization and institutional adoption, including the impact of the GENIUS Act.

    OtherFintech and insurtechBlockchain and distributed ledger technologyTokenization
  • 2026-09-24MexicoBank of Mexico

    Bank of Mexico Holds Policy Rate at 6.50%

    The Bank of Mexico unanimously held the overnight interbank interest rate target at 6.50%, citing continued disinflation, expected economic slack and limited demand pressures, while maintaining an upward bias in inflation risks. Headline inflation is projected to converge to the 3% target in the fourth quarter of 2027.

    Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
  • 2026-09-24PortugalPortuguese Securities Commission (CMVM)

    Portuguese Securities Commission reports 20.1% fall in August financial instrument orders

    The Portuguese Securities Commission reported a 20.1% monthly decline in financial instrument orders to EUR 29,432.4 million in August 2026, driven mainly by lower public debt activity. Derivative orders fell 3.7% to EUR 179,053.1 million, while cumulative financial instrument orders since the start of the year remained 21.7% above the same period of 2025.

    Data & statisticsRegulatory reportingTradingMarket development
  • 2026-09-24Dominican RepublicPensions Superintendency (SIPEN)

    Dominican Republic’s Pensions Superintendency provides pension education at Santo Domingo International Book Fair

    The Dominican Republic’s Pensions Superintendency and pension fund administrators are offering retirement planning information at the 2026 Santo Domingo International Book Fair. The program includes a “Your Future” information stand and a public pension education talk on Oct. 1.

    Financial literacy & educationConsumer and investor protection
  • 2026-09-24GhanaBank of Ghana

    Bank of Ghana Holds Policy Rate at 14.0%

    The Bank of Ghana’s Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) unanimously held the Monetary Policy Rate at 14.0% in September, assessing inflation and growth risks as broadly balanced. Headline inflation rose to 5.0% in August, below the 8% ±2 percentage-point target, while second-quarter real GDP grew 6.0%.

    Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
  • 2026-09-24LesothoCentral Bank of Lesotho

    Central Bank of Lesotho Raises Policy Rate by 25 Basis Points to 7.00%

    The Central Bank of Lesotho’s Monetary Policy Committee raised the CBL Rate by 25 basis points to 7.00%, citing increased upside inflation risks and tighter regional and global financial conditions. The rate maintains a 25-basis-point differential to South Africa’s 7.25% policy rate, which the committee considers sufficient to sustain the exchange-rate peg and support domestic activity.

    Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments