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2026-01-12•Philippines•Central Bank of the Philippines
The Central Bank of the Philippines reported a 10.3% year-on-year increase in outstanding loans of universal and commercial banks in November, with a 0.9% month-on-month rise in seasonally adjusted lending. Loans to residents grew by 10.7%, while loans to non-residents decreased by 4.5%, and the central bank emphasized its commitment to aligning domestic liquidity and bank lending conditions with its stability objectives.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Monetary data
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2026-01-12•Philippines•Central Bank of the Philippines
The Central Bank of the Philippines reported a 7.6% year-on-year increase in domestic liquidity (M3) to PHP 19.4 trillion in November, with a 1.2% month-on-month rise on a seasonally adjusted basis. Claims on the domestic sector grew 10.6% year on year, driven by private sector lending and government borrowings, while net foreign assets increased 4.4%.
Data & statistics Monetary data
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2026-01-12•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank released research analyzing the factors driving recent food inflation through an examination of the consumer food basket.
Research Other
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2026-01-12•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank released a Working Paper introducing a scenario-free method to detect emerging liquidity spirals using a shock transmission matrix, applicable to banks and non-bank financial institutions. The research highlights the importance of considering contagion channels and asset liquidation strategies, with findings suggesting that central bank liquidity injections can mitigate spirals if targeted effectively.
Research Liquidity risk Financial stability and systemic risk
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2026-01-12•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank's Working Paper No 3170 models Additional Tier 1 contingent convertible instruments (AT1 CoCos) and finds they create more value when replacing corporate debt rather than equity, though their coupon suspension feature increases financial distress risk. CoCos benefit senior debt through subordination and recapitalisation but are less favorable for governments due to tax implications and increased distress, with simpler Tier 2 CoCos showing superior performance.
Research Capital adequacy
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2026-01-12•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs announced a "Fair Housing Under Fire" forum hosted by Ranking Member Elizabeth Warren, focusing on the Trump Administration's enforcement of fair housing laws amid a housing crisis. The forum will feature testimony from former HUD civil rights attorneys and other experts, with an invitation extended to HUD Secretary Scott Turner.
Policy & regulation Other Whistleblowing
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2026-01-12•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
Senator Elizabeth Warren, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, has requested information from SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins on investor protections following an executive order allowing pension funds to hold cryptocurrency. Warren's letter, amid crypto market legislation negotiations, highlights concerns over a "tokenization loophole" and seeks clarity on SEC measures for fair valuation, market manipulation, and investor awareness, with responses due by 27 January 2026.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation
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2026-01-12•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
Senator Elizabeth Warren, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, urged President Donald Trump to support legislation capping credit card interest rates and to persuade House Republicans to pass the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act, which aims to increase housing supply and reduce costs.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-12•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
Senator Tim Scott, Chairman of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, emphasized housing affordability during a tour of the Pointe Grand Beaufort workforce housing development in South Carolina, highlighting bipartisan efforts like his ROAD to Housing Act to reduce costs. The development aims to provide 328 new homes for working households, including teachers and nurses, to alleviate long commutes and improve family outcomes.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities
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2026-01-12•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs released a bipartisan manager’s amendment to a market structure bill, aiming to clarify digital asset regulations and enhance retail protections while addressing misconduct and national security risks. This follows extensive negotiations and previous drafts, with Chairman Tim Scott planning a committee markup as the next legislative step.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Trading Market development
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2026-01-12•Hungary•National Bank of Hungary
National Bank of Hungary Governor Mihály Varga outlined 2025 for rebuilding and rationalising, with 2026 focused on strengthening stability, linking sustainable economic development to price stability, a stable forint, high reserves, and a well-capitalised banking system. He noted favourable exchange rate volatility, foreign exchange reserves exceeding EUR 50 billion, a stronger EUR/HUF rate, and record performance of the BUX index, alongside a robust banking sector enabling improved financial agreements.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Financial stability and systemic risk Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-12•Peru•Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores de Peru
Peru’s Superintendence of the Securities Market (SMV) launched the 27th Securities Market Specialisation Programme, a free annual educational initiative, with the Universidad Peruana de Ciencias Aplicadas organizing the in-person sessions for 32 participants until March 2026.
Financial literacy & education Financial literacy and education
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2026-01-12•Guinea•Central Bank of the Republic of Guinea
The Central Bank of the Republic of Guinea said its board adopted the 2026 budget, with projected revenue of GNF 1,705.32 billion, expenditure of GNF 1,008.29 billion and a surplus of GNF 697.03 billion. It also reviewed first-half 2025 reserve management, noting gross foreign exchange reserves rose to about USD 1.8 billion and now cover around three months of imports. The board further adopted the 2023 financial statements and flagged delays in 2025 investment spending.
Institutional development Governance Financial and market indicators Supervisory data
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2026-01-12•Seychelles•Seychelles Financial Services Authority
The Seychelles Financial Services Authority issued a scam alert for the website https://suxxessfx.online/, clarifying it is not associated with any licensed or regulated entity by the FSA and advising the public to conduct thorough research before engaging with such platforms.
Supervision Alerts Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-12•Honduras•Central Bank of Honduras
The Central Bank of Honduras published the National Household Income and Expenditure Survey (ENIGH 2023-2024), providing comprehensive data on household income and spending patterns. This survey, covering 8,746 households across all 18 departments, will inform the upcoming update of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) basket.
Data & statistics Economic data and developments
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2026-01-12•Estonia•Central Bank of Estonia
The Central Bank of Estonia reported a significant increase in fund units held by households in the third quarter, as part of its regular financial accounts statistics. The next release, covering the fourth quarter of 2025, is scheduled for 14 April 2026.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Supervisory data
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2026-01-12•Kuwait•Kuwait Capital Markets Authority
The Kuwait Capital Markets Authority imposed a KD 10,000 penalty on KPMG Consulting Company for breaching business ethics requirements related to valuation reporting and impairment analysis for 2024 financial statements, citing non-compliance with International Accounting Standard 36 and International Financial Reporting Standard 13.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Auditing
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2026-01-12•Kuwait•Kuwait Capital Markets Authority
The Kuwait Capital Markets Authority imposed a KD 10,000 penalty on National Investments Company for breaching business ethics by failing to comply with international accounting standards in valuation reports, specifically IAS 36 and IFRS 13. The violations included omissions of key inputs and assumptions, improper reflection of material changes, and failure to use declared market prices in fair value measurements.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-12•Qatar•Qatar Central Bank
The Qatar Central Bank Governor and Qatar Investment Authority Chairman met with the U.S. Under Secretary of State for Economic Affairs to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Cross-border cooperation
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2026-01-12•Kuwait•Central Bank of Kuwait
The Central Bank of Kuwait's Diraya campaign received the Best Public Relations Campaign award at the Kuwait Public Relations and Customer Service Prize Awards.
Other
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2026-01-12•United Arab Emirates•Central Bank of the UAE
The Central Bank of the UAE's November 2025 Monetary and Banking Developments summary reports a 1.7% contraction in narrow money (M1) to AED 1,048.1 billion, while broader aggregates M2 and M3 expanded by 1.5% each, with increases in the monetary base, bank assets, credit, and deposits. Notably, M2 rose to AED 2,669.3 billion due to growth in quasi-monetary deposits, and M3 reached AED 3,216.3 billion, reflecting higher M2 and increased government deposits.
Data & statistics Monetary data
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2026-01-12•British Virgin Islands•British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission released the BVI Business Companies and Limited Partnerships (Beneficial Ownership) (Amendment) (No. 2) Regulations, 2025, further amending the beneficial ownership regulatory framework for BVI business companies and limited partnerships.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Beneficial ownership
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2026-01-12•British Virgin Islands•British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission released the Financial Services (Administrative Penalties) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements
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2026-01-12•British Virgin Islands•British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission released the Financial Services (Limited Partnership Fees) (Amendment) Regulations, 2025, updating the fee structure for financial services limited partnerships.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-12•British Virgin Islands•British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission
The British Virgin Islands Financial Services Commission has included the BVI Business Companies (Amendment of Schedules) Order, 2025 in its legislation library under Corporate Structures, with the document accessible as a PDF.
Policy & regulation Other
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2026-01-12•Australia•Australian Securities & Investments Commission
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) is consulting on updates to Regulatory Guide 43, focusing on financial reports and audit relief under the Corporations Act 2001. The revisions aim to incorporate legislative reforms and existing guidance, with feedback due by 9 February 2026.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Auditing Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-12•Australia•Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority announced the resignation of Carmen Beverley-Smith as Executive Director for Life Insurance, Private Health Insurance, and Superannuation, effective immediately. Peter Kohlhagen will serve as Acting Executive Director on an interim basis.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-11•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam outlined 2026 priorities focusing on sustaining growth, macroeconomic stability, and inflation control, with a proactive monetary policy and expansionary fiscal stance, while addressing four weak banks. The 2025 review reported an 8.02% GDP growth, a USD 514 billion economy, and progress on legal frameworks for new economic models, with 2026 targets including 10% GDP growth and continued reforms.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-11•Lithuania•Ministry of Finance (Lithuania)
Lithuania's Finance Minister Kristupas Vaitiekunas will visit Luxembourg on 13 January to meet with senior leaders of the European Investment Bank, European Investment Fund, and European Stability Mechanism to strengthen the National Development Bank ILTE. The visit will focus on enhancing ILTE's governance, transparency, and risk management, with cooperation memoranda to be signed and discussions on ILTE's future bond issuance and alignment with international best practices.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Capacity building
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2026-01-11•Afghanistan•Central Bank of Afghanistan
The Central Bank of Afghanistan met with the Association of Electronic Money and Payment Institutions to coordinate expansion of electronic payments and shifting revenue collection to digital systems under a government-approved strategy. Discussions covered agency responsibilities, the role of electronic institutions in moving from cash to electronic transactions, and operational challenges. An action plan has been developed, with further steps to be taken in coordination with industry and supported by public awareness initiatives.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Payments and payment systems
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2026-01-11•United States•Federal Reserve Board
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome H. Powell responded to grand jury subpoenas from the Department of Justice, which he claims threaten criminal indictment related to his Senate testimony on Federal Reserve office renovations. Powell contends the subpoenas are retaliatory, emphasizing his commitment to evidence-based interest rate decisions and his duties focused on price stability and maximum employment.
Other
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2026-01-11•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Governor of the Central Bank of Cyprus published an article in Phileleftheros discussing the outlook for the new year, emphasizing a positive start while cautioning against complacency.
Other Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-11•Qatar•Qatar Financial Centre
The Qatar Financial Centre has appointed Mansoor Rashid Al-Khater as Chief Executive Officer, effective 11 January 2026, to lead its strategic objectives and align with Qatar National Vision 2030. Al-Khater, with over 28 years of experience, succeeds Yousuf Mohamed Al-Jaida.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-11•Egypt•Central Bank of Egypt
The Central Bank of Egypt, the Ministry of Agriculture, and the UN World Food Programme updated on the "Transforming the Livelihoods of Smallholder Farmers" project in Aswan. The initiative integrates farmers into the formal financial system with tailored products, support, and training, emphasizing women's empowerment and financial literacy. The second phase, from January 2025 to December 2026, involves EGP 120 million in funding, covering 11 new villages and introducing export-oriented cash crops.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Financial inclusion
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2026-01-11•Philippines•Central Bank of the Philippines
The Central Bank of the Philippines' Monetary Board has extended regulatory incentives for banks to increase lending for eligible green projects until January 2028, allowing banks to exceed the 25 percent Single Borrower’s Limit by 15 percent and exempting sustainable bond funds from the 3 percent reserve requirement. The central bank plans to review market conditions and consider recalibrating risk weights and exploring blended finance mechanisms to enhance adaptation financing.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Climate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-11•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
Senator Elizabeth Warren, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, accused President Donald Trump of attempting to remove Jerome Powell from the Federal Reserve Board to exert control over the Federal Reserve. She urged the Committee and Senate to reject any Trump nominee for the Federal Reserve, including for the Chair position.
Other Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-11•Zimbabwe•Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe
The Reserve Bank of Zimbabwe's Quarterly Snapshot for Q4 2025 highlights continued disinflation and exchange-rate stability, with annual ZiG inflation at 15% against a 30% target and a stable interbank exchange rate. For 2026, the bank aims for over 5% growth and single-digit inflation, emphasizing conditions for a mono-currency transition under the National Development Strategy 2.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-10•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam's Region 4 branch conference outlined 2026 priorities, emphasizing tighter execution discipline, risk controls, and digital transformation. Key tasks include managing credit growth, directing capital to priority sectors, enhancing risk detection, improving credit quality, and promoting non-cash payments, with Region 4 overseeing currency and banking across Phu Tho, Lao Cai, and Tuyen Quang.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Other
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2026-01-10•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
A Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam urged VietinBank to maintain systemic importance by aligning credit growth with quality controls, prioritizing funding for key projects, and managing costs to enable lending-rate reductions. Emphasis was on strengthening risk management, digital transformation, and adherence to international standards, with VietinBank reporting significant asset and credit growth, a low bad-debt ratio, and increased charter capital by end-2025.
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit Other
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2026-01-10•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam conducted a thematic training course for department-level planning resource officers on banking inspection, supervision, and institutional improvement, as part of its ongoing programme to prepare future leaders. The course covered macroprudential and micro-supervision, banking inspection, and institutional building, with sessions led by senior officials.
Institutional development Cooperation & capacity building Capacity building
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2026-01-10•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam’s Region 9 Branch held a conference in Da Nang to review 2025 banking activities and set 2026 priorities, emphasizing tighter discipline, enhanced state management, and improved risk control. Key focuses include digital transformation, non-cash payments, and supporting Da Nang’s Vietnam International Financial Center project, with significant growth reported in capital mobilization and loans by the end of 2025.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-10•Nicaragua•Central Bank of Nicaragua
The Central Bank of Nicaragua's "Economic Report on 19 years" outlines economic developments, with a 2026 GDP growth forecast of 3.5–4.5%, unemployment at 3.0–3.5%, and inflation at 2.5–3.5%, supported by a zero exchange-rate crawl and government subsidies. The report highlights 2025 economic growth of 4.9%, improved central bank financials, increased international reserves, a shift to a current account surplus, and a reduction in public debt to 51.7% of GDP.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Economic data and developments
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2026-01-10•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis announced its 2026 Board of Directors changes, appointing Jeff Harmening as a Class C director and Bernie Sinner as a Class A director, with Lakota Vogel reelected as a Class B director. The Board of Governors designated Paul Williams as chair and Jay Debertin as deputy chair for 2026. Harmening and Sinner replace outgoing directors Chris Hilger and Brenda Foster.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-10•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis announced the appointment of Chris Dahl to the Helena Branch Board of Directors for a three-year term starting January 1, 2026. Dahl, co-founder and chief revenue officer of Foundant Technologies Inc., was elected by the Minneapolis Fed's Board of Directors. The Helena Branch Board, comprising five members, provides economic insights and acts as a liaison between the Federal Reserve and local communities.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-10•Turkmenistan•Ministry of Finance (Turkmenistan)
The Ministry of Finance of Turkmenistan announced that President Serdar Berdimuhamedov approved the 2026 work plans for the economic, financial, and banking sectors, focusing on macroeconomic stability, State Budget execution, and digital system deployment. The plans include measures to enhance investment policy, business environment, sector financial performance, banking and insurance services, and cooperation with international financial organisations, overseen by the Deputy Chairman of the Cabinet of Ministers.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-10•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission has instructed 17 individuals to pay a fee of VND 1,000,000 each for the issuance of securities practising certificates. Payments can be made via bank transfer or directly at the Commission, with specific identification details required. A one-year deadline is set to complete certification procedures, after which issued certificates will be cancelled if not finalized.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Licensing and supervisory fees
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2026-01-10•Barbados•Central Bank of Barbados
The Central Bank of Barbados announced the winners of its 28th Frank Collymore Literary Endowment Competition, awarding Barbadian writer Brian Franklin the top prize of 10,000 for his fiction entry, “Steal the Fish from the Devil’s Cou-Cou”, which also received the Prime Minister’s Award. Professor Jane Bryce and Akim Goddard secured second and third prizes, while two finalists received developmental scholarships, and Cydni Celeste won the spoken word category.
Other
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2026-01-09•Europe•European Central Bank
In a keynote speech, ECB Executive Board member Philip R. Lane discussed how geopolitical, technological, and demographic shifts could reshape the euro-denominated monetary system, emphasizing the need for a resilient euro area financial architecture. He highlighted the euro's role as the second-largest international currency, the potential of the digital euro, and the importance of addressing the undersupply of euro safe assets through options like jointly backed borrowing and sovereign bond-backed securities.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-09•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has amended its commercial bank capital adequacy framework, revising risk weightings for claims on non-resident corporates and expanding the list of permissible credit rating agencies to include CareEdge Global IFSC Limited. The changes, effective immediately, specify risk weight mappings for ratings by S&P, Fitch, Moody’s, and CareEdge Global IFSC Limited, with unrated claims above certain thresholds attracting a 150% risk weight.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Capital adequacy
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2026-01-09•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has amended capital adequacy directions for small finance banks, updating risk weightings for claims on non-resident corporates based on ratings from specified international agencies and introducing a dedicated mapping for claims originating at an International Financial Services Centre rated by CareEdge Global IFSC Limited. Effective immediately, the revised framework specifies risk weights for various rating categories and imposes additional conditions on unrated claims.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Capital adequacy
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2026-01-09•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has amended its prudential capital adequacy directions for All India Financial Institutions, revising risk weights for claims on non-resident corporates and adding CareEdge Global IFSC Limited as an eligible credit rating agency for exposures at an International Financial Services Centre. Effective immediately, the amendments specify risk weights based on ratings from S&P, Fitch, Moody’s, and CareEdge, with unrated claims subject to higher risk weights under certain conditions.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Capital adequacy
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2026-01-09•United States•U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will hold a final outreach event on January 22, 2026, to aid small firms in complying with amended Regulation S-P, featuring compliance guidance, a workshop, and a mock examination session. The hybrid event will take place at SEC Headquarters in Washington, D.C., with virtual attendance available.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Compliance
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2026-01-09•Angola•Angola Capital Markets Commission
The Angola Capital Markets Commission has released its 2026 Financial Education Programme for consultation, focusing on initiatives to enhance financial capability and encourage household investment in securities to support national financial system stability.
Financial literacy & education Financial literacy and education
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2026-01-09•Angola•National Bank of Angola
The National Bank of Angola's Monetary Policy Committee will convene its 127th ordinary meeting in Luanda on 13–14 January 2026, with a press conference to present the results on 14 January at 15:00.
Monetary policy Other Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-09•Angola•National Bank of Angola
The National Bank of Angola's Governor Manuel Tiago Dias met with Japan’s Ambassador Sano Hiroani to discuss recent reforms for price stability and financial system modernization, as Angola and Japan approach 50 years of diplomatic cooperation in 2026.
Other Domestic cooperation
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2026-01-09•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
A Deputy Governor of the State Bank of Vietnam emphasized priorities for Vietcombank's 2026 strategy, focusing on safe business practices, effective state capital use, flexible credit growth, and risk management. Vietcombank reported 2025 achievements, including a 20% asset increase and a non-performing loan ratio below 1%, while outlining 2026 goals such as digital transformation and green finance initiatives.
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit Other
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2026-01-09•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam reviewed 2025 banking activities in Region 2, highlighting significant credit growth and digital initiatives, and set 2026 priorities including accelerating online services, enhancing market monitoring, and developing an International Financial Center in Ho Chi Minh City.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-09•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Ms Truong Thu Hoa as Director of the SBV Region 4 Branch, effective 1 January 2026, following her tenure as Acting Director. The appointment was formalized by the SBV’s Department of Organization and Personnel and announced by Standing Deputy Governor Doan Thai Son.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority secured a £265,523.96 confiscation order against Andrew Currie for defrauding investors through Collateral (UK) Ltd, with funds to be redistributed to victims. Currie, sentenced in July 2023 for fraud and money laundering, must pay within three months or face up to three years in prison.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Fraud and scams
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2026-01-09•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan granted SY Investment Company JSC a securities market license, effective 8 January 2026, under order No. B-2.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence approval
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2026-01-09•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved Erlan Bulatovich Butin as deputy head of the executive body of Nurbank JSC, as documented in protocol letter No. 1/BVU/T dated 6 January 2026.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Other
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2026-01-09•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan issued a consumer guide on loan considerations, emphasizing affordability assessment, loan term comparison, and documentation review. It details the Debt Burden Ratio limit of 50%, advises using the annual effective interest rate for bank offer comparisons, and recommends checking credit history via eGov.kz or the First Credit Bureau.
Financial literacy & education Lending
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2026-01-09•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan is accepting electronic applications for accreditation of private business associations under the Entrepreneurship Code, with submissions due by 22 January 2026. Applications must include specific documentation in Kazakh and Russian, and evidence of prior accreditation by central or local bodies for indefinite certification.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Licence approval
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2026-01-09•Thailand•Ministry of Finance (Thailand)
Thailand's Ministry of Finance is expediting financial transaction data integration through the Data Bureau to enhance detection of suspicious activities and combat tech-enabled crime. The initiative involves linking identity, transaction behavior, and financial flows across channels, with agencies tasked to strengthen the Anti-Money Laundering Office's role, revise gold-merchant reporting requirements, and consider new digital asset regulations.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots AML and CFT Data protection
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2026-01-09•Tajikistan•National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan
The National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan reviewed 2025 banking results and set 2026 priorities, emphasizing digital banking, non-cash payments, and enhanced controls over credit quality, foreign exchange, and cyber risks. Banks are directed to reduce non-performing loans, upgrade IT systems, and strengthen internal controls, while expanding lending and investment to priority sectors.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Financial stability and systemic risk Market development
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2026-01-09•Tajikistan•National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan
The National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan reviewed the 2025 insurance system performance and outlined supervisory and reform priorities, including non-cash insurance operations, updated financial reporting, and sector digitalisation. Key developments include amendments to the Law "On insurance activity," new regulatory acts, and the near-completion of a "Unified electronic insurance system."
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-09•Indonesia•OJK
Indonesia's Financial Services Authority (OJK) confirmed financial stability as of 2026 and detailed new supervisory rules covering buy now pay later, insurance, and digital banking. Key market indicators showed strong performance, with the Jakarta Composite Index up 22.13% year on year, while enforcement actions included fines and banking licence revocations.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Financial and market indicators Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-09•Japan•Bank of Japan
The Bank of Japan's Research and Statistics Department released updated Consumption Activity Index data, offering charts and downloadable data to assess private consumption in Japan more promptly than annual reports. The data, available monthly and quarterly, include various series and adjustments, with releases typically on the fifth business day each month.
Data & statistics
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2026-01-09•Europe•European Central Bank
In a keynote speech, ECB Executive Board member Philip R. Lane highlighted the impact of structural shifts like geopolitics and digitalisation on inflation volatility, advocating for a resilient financial architecture and a digital euro. He emphasized the euro area's need for higher euro invoicing, efficient market infrastructure, and more high-quality euro assets, while reaffirming the ECB's commitment to a 2% inflation target with context-specific policy responses.
Monetary policy Monetary policy framework & strategy Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-09•United Kingdom•Bank of England
The Bank of England outlined the UK's resolution regime for managing bank failures without risking financial stability or public funds, highlighting the updated minimum requirement for own funds and eligible liabilities (MREL) policy effective from 1 January 2026. The regime includes strategies like bail-in, transfer to a private sector purchaser or bridge bank, and insolvency, with strategy selection based on asset size and public interest, supported by safeguards and compensation.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Recovery and resolution
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2026-01-09•Europe•European Securities and Markets Authority
The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has released principles for risk-based supervision, establishing a framework for ESMA and National Competent Authorities to consistently address supervisory risks across the EU. This initiative aims to enhance supervisory efficiency, focusing on investor protection, financial stability, and orderly markets, while supporting ESMA's simplification and burden reduction agenda.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Risk management
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2026-01-09•United Arab Emirates•Dubai Financial Services Authority
The Dubai Financial Services Authority released a thematic review on conflicts of interest among 710 Authorised Firms in the Dubai International Financial Centre, highlighting both good practices and areas for improvement, and urging firms to enhance their systems and controls.
Supervision Reviews, inspections & stress tests Corporate governance
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2026-01-09•Denmark•National Bank of Denmark
The National Bank of Denmark's lending survey for Q4 2025 indicates increased loan demand throughout 2025, driven by strong housing market activity and interest in buy-before-selling transactions, with expectations of continued growth, particularly among private customers and small and medium-sized enterprises, into early 2026.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Monetary data
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2026-01-09•Turks & Caicos Islands•Turks & Caicos Financial Services Commission
The Turks and Caicos Islands Financial Services Commission visited the Marion Williams Special Needs Association of Providenciales Centre, donating nutritional items and conducting a needs-based assessment for potential long-term collaboration. The FSC aims to explore sustainable partnerships with the centre while maintaining its financial oversight duties.
Other
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2026-01-09•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has initiated a public consultation on draft regulations for Green Investment Trusts (GIT), aimed at funding environmental projects that reduce or capture greenhouse gas emissions. The framework includes investment in projects registered under the Thailand Voluntary Emission Reduction Program or other verified carbon standards, with a consultation deadline of 9 February 2026.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Climate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-09•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has filed criminal complaints against five individuals for allegedly operating an unlicensed digital asset dealing business involving Worldcoin (WLD) trading services, in violation of the Emergency Decree on Digital Asset Businesses B.E. 2561 (2018). The SEC emphasized that users of such unlicensed services are not legally protected and may be vulnerable to fraud and misuse of funds.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-09•Zimbabwe•Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe is recruiting a chief executive officer to lead strategy, operations, governance and compliance across the regulator. The role also covers capital markets policy input, oversight of prudential and AML/CFT/PF reporting, and external representation. Applications close on 23 January 2026.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Hiring and recruitment
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2026-01-09•Ecuador•Superintendencia de Bancos de Ecuador
Ecuador's Superintendence of Banks issued an enforcement alert regarding unauthorised entities conducting money-taking activities without legal authorisation, violating Article 254 of the Organic Monetary and Financial Code. The alert lists several entities involved, including PLATA PUNTUAL-PRÉSTAMO LISTO and CREDIALIANZA S.A.S., among others.
Supervision Alerts Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-09•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority briefed Ilemela District leaders on their roles in implementing the Universal Health Insurance Act, emphasizing local government supervision and community involvement. TIRA will oversee compliance with legal standards and fairness principles, maintaining a database of approved providers and conducting regular inspections.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Other
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2026-01-09•South Korea•Bank of Korea
The Bank of Korea's preliminary balance of payments data for November 2025 shows a USD 12.24 billion current account surplus, driven by a USD 13.31 billion goods surplus with exports rising 5.5% and imports falling 0.7%. The financial account saw a net asset increase of USD 8.27 billion, with notable rises in direct and portfolio investments.
Data & statistics Balance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-09•Lebanon•Central Bank of Lebanon
The Central Bank of Lebanon issued a framework for non-bank Electronic Payment Services Providers, detailing licensing and operational requirements across five service categories. Key provisions include capital requirements, governance, compliance, and customer protection measures, with specific rules on e-wallet balances and transaction limits. Previously licensed entities must comply within six months, while new licensing requests for certain categories are temporarily suspended.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Licensing framework and process
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2026-01-09•Philippines•Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission
The Philippine SEC approved La Union Electric Company, Inc.'s public offering under SEC POWERS, issuing 352,950 shares at PHP 772 each to raise PHP 251.4 million for capital expenditures and expansion. Compliant with the Electric Power Industry Reform Act, the offering runs from January 12 to 16, with shares issued by February 6, and Penta Capital & Investment Corporation as the sole underwriter.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Securities offerings and listings
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2026-01-09•Lebanon•Central Bank of Lebanon
The Central Bank of Lebanon clarified it has initiated legal proceedings solely against a former senior official and one banker personally, with no actions against any institutions or other individuals. It refuted claims of intending further legal actions and reserved the right to act against those spreading false information.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Other
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2026-01-09•Denmark•Danish Finanstilsynet
Danish Finanstilsynet's inspections found that several smaller banks have inadequate procedures for calculating the minimum coverage requirement for non-performing exposures under the Capital Requirements Regulation. Deficiencies in NPE identification, calculation, and reporting could impact capital positions. Issues include incomplete procedures, unclear responsibilities, and calculation errors, emphasizing the need for accountability and addressing systematic issues, especially when relying on shared data centres.
Supervision Reviews, inspections & stress tests Credit risk Prudential risks
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2026-01-09•China•China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission
The China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission concluded a disciplinary investigation into Sun Jianning, a former inspector, resulting in his expulsion from the Communist Party and referral of a bribery case to the procuratorate. The investigation uncovered serious violations, including accepting bribes, misuse of power, and failing to report personal matters, leading to the confiscation of illegal gains and cancellation of regulatory status.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Bribery and corruption
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2026-01-09•China•China Securities Regulatory Commission
The China Securities Regulatory Commission is investigating Ningbo Tianpu Rubber Technology Co., Ltd. for suspected major omissions in its announcement about abnormal stock trading fluctuations and will address the issue legally following a thorough investigation.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Market abuse
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2026-01-09•Slovenia•Ministry of Finance (Slovenia)
Slovenia's Ministry of Finance, as part of the National Payments Council, announced a campaign to inform consumers about their right to a basic payment account through informational leaflets, emphasizing accessibility for those without a transaction account. These leaflets will be distributed at various contact points, with additional details available on the Bank of Slovenia website.
Financial literacy & education Financial inclusion
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2026-01-09•Serbia•National Bank of Serbia
The National Bank of Serbia reported a 43.9% year-on-year increase in distance contracting for financial services in Q3 2025, with 122,235 contracts concluded remotely. Video identification for first-time contracting surged by 107.2%, accounting for 28.1% of all distance contracts, while non-bank providers contributed 1.8% of video-identified contracts.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators
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2026-01-09•Moldova•National Commission for Financial Markets
Moldova's National Commission for Financial Markets authorized a share capital increase for JSC INTERMEDIAR and imposed fines on three entities for non-compliance with consumer protection directives. The fines totaled MDL 150,000 and were issued to CASH&GO SRL, OCN CREDIT AUTO SRL, and OCN U CAPITAL SRL for failing to adhere to previous CNPF decisions.
Supervision Interventions Licence approval
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2026-01-09•Sweden•Riksbank
Sweden's Riksbank will not make financial risk provisions or reversals for 2025, opting to use an expected profit of SEK 5.3 billion to bolster its equity position. Equity stood at SEK 23 billion at the end of 2025, below the target of SEK 64 billion under the Sveriges Riksbank Act. The Riksbank believes adding profits directly to equity enhances balance sheet resilience, as equity can absorb losses across all risks.
Institutional development Other Financial and market indicators
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta announced board changes at its Birmingham Branch, appointing Samuel T. "Beau" Benton and reappointing L. Davis Ozier for three-year terms ending 31 December 2028. Benton is president of LBA Hospitality, and Ozier is president of Coosa Composites. Birmingham Branch directors provide economic insights to the district Bank’s president and head office directors for monetary policy discussions.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta
The Federal Reserve Bank of Atlanta has reappointed Lisa Palmer and R. Andrew Watts to the Jacksonville Branch board of directors for terms ending December 31, 2028. Palmer, CEO of Regency Centers Corporation, was reappointed by the Board of Governors, while Watts, CFO of Brown & Brown Inc., was reappointed by the Atlanta board. Branch directors contribute economic insights to aid monetary policy discussions and discount rate recommendations.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•Cyprus•Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission
Fiduserve Management Limited waived its authorisation to provide administrative services, leading to the lapse of its Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC) authorisation. Effective 9 September 2025, CySEC permanently removed the firm from the register of licensed persons under the relevant law.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence withdrawal
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2026-01-09•Cyprus•Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission
Mann Made Corporate Services (Cyprus) Limited has waived its authorisation to provide administrative services, effective 11 November 2024, as announced by the Cyprus Securities and Exchange Commission (CySEC). Consequently, the firm's CySEC authorisation (No. 200/196) has lapsed, and the company has been permanently removed from the licensed persons’ Register.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence withdrawal
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2026-01-09•United States•U.S. Department of Justice
A federal jury in Sherman, Texas, convicted LaShonda Moore and Marlon Moore for operating the "Blessings in No Time" pyramid scheme, which defrauded over 10,000 victims of more than 25 million USD during the COVID-19 pandemic. The defendants were found guilty of conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering, with sentencing pending.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions Fraud and scams
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco announced new appointments and reappointments to its Economic Advisory Council (EAC), effective 1 January 2026. Scott Gatzemeier and David E. Whitehead join as new members, while Krystal Burge and Patrick Duke were reappointed. Garrett Lofto was re-designated as EAC chair for 2026.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco announced new appointments to its Seattle Branch Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026. Ryan Gee, Matthew Mullet, and Heather Redman were appointed as directors, while Dr. Elizabeth Wako was designated as chair for 2025.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco announced new appointments and a reappointment to its Salt Lake City Branch Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026. Dr. Lori Barber and Matt Lyon were appointed as new directors, Jeremy D. Hafen was reappointed, and Lisa A. Grow was redesignated as chair.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco updated its Community Advisory Council (CAC), appointing Kim Folsom and Mauri Ingram as new members, reappointing Erin Abrahamson for a second term, and re-designating Ryan Kusumoto as Chair for 2026. The CAC, established in 2017, advises on economic conditions and community developments, focusing on underserved and lower-income communities.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-09•United States•Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco
The Federal Reserve Bank of San Francisco announced new appointments to its Los Angeles Branch Board of Directors, effective January 1, 2026. Jim Beagle, Marla Bleavins, and Michael Crome join as directors, while Chang Liu is reappointed for a second term. Carlos Gonzalez is redesignated as chair of the board.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments