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2026-01-07•Colombia•Central Bank of Colombia
Central Bank of Colombia board member César Giraldo emphasized at the III Congress of Popular Economies that Colombia's "popular economy" and informality, affecting over 50% of the workforce, should be addressed through tailored rights and social protection rather than punitive measures. Giraldo proposed policy changes including simplified social security, tax, and labour regimes, and adjustments to public procurement rules, citing examples from Brazil and Argentina.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-07•Ghana•Bank of Ghana
The Bank of Ghana's Governor noted significant macroeconomic improvements in 2025, including sharp disinflation, gradual easing of monetary policy, and a stronger cedi. Inflation fell from 23.8% in December 2024 to 5.4% in December 2025, prompting a reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate from 27.0% to 18.0%. The Governor emphasized that sustaining exchange rate stability requires fiscal discipline and a shift towards a more productive and competitive economy.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-07•United States•Federal Reserve Board
The Federal Reserve Board's Vice Chair for Supervision, Michelle W. Bowman, outlined 2025 supervisory and regulatory modernization efforts, focusing on material financial risks, transparency, and reducing burdens on community banks. Key reforms include recalibrating leverage ratios, revising stress testing, and eliminating reputational risk from supervision, with further regulatory changes anticipated soon.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission
The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission has proposed amendments to redefine "small entities" under the Regulatory Flexibility Act by raising asset-based thresholds and updating asset aggregation methods for registered investment companies, advisers, and business development companies. The proposal includes a mechanism for inflation adjustments every 10 years, with comments due 60 days post-publication in the Federal Register.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-07•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus released November 2025 monetary financial institution statistics, noting slight increases in household deposit and key retail loan rates, a significant rise in large corporate loan pricing, and a decrease in net new lending. Cyprus's interest rates on outstanding loans were near the Eurozone median, while deposit rates were the lowest, attributed to high bank liquidity with a Liquidity Coverage Ratio of 319%.
Data & statistics Monetary data
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2026-01-07•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus released preliminary Q3 2025 external statistics, showing a narrowed current account deficit of EUR 95.0 million and increased external debt compared to Q2 2025. Adjusted for special purpose entities, the current account deficit was EUR 304.0 million, with a net liability international investment position of EUR 13,386.8 million and gross external debt of EUR 59,824.1 million.
Data & statistics Balance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Pakistan•Securites & Exchange Commission of Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan approved the prospectus for Pak-Qatar General Takaful Limited's IPO of 30,000,000 ordinary shares, representing 29.67% of its post-IPO capital, with 75% allocated to book-building and 25% to retail investors. This marks the first dedicated general takaful company listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange and the sixth IPO on the PSX Main Board in FY 2025–26.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Securities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority, with partner agencies, is advancing the revised National Risk Assessment to address financial crime threats. Completed elements include risk profiles on eGaming, financial crime, and terrorist financing. Further assessments on legal entities, proliferation financing, and virtual assets are anticipated, alongside workshops to enhance anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism frameworks.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots
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2026-01-07•South Africa•South African Reserve Bank
The South African Reserve Bank’s Financial Surveillance Department updated the Currency and Exchanges Manual for Authorised Dealers, removing the South African Revenue Service Tax Compliance Status requirement for individuals making current transfers above the single discretionary allowance (SDA) limit. The SDA remains at ZAR 1 million per resident individual per calendar year. Transfers exceeding this limit now require Financial Surveillance Department verification and approval, with proof of the transfer's bona fide nature and legitimacy.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Foreign exchange policy and markets
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2026-01-07•South Africa•South African Reserve Bank
The South African Reserve Bank's Financial Surveillance Department now permits individuals to request additional single discretionary allowances above ZAR 1 million for bona fide current transfers without a Tax Compliance Status. Transfers exceeding this limit require verification of their bona fide nature and legitimacy, with approval based on supporting proof. Amendments to the Authorised Dealer Manual reflect these changes, including verification requirements for current transfers above prescribed limits.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Cross-border payments
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2026-01-07•Uganda•Uganda Capital Markets Authority
The Uganda Capital Markets Authority has issued guidance on information required from licensed persons for no objection requests for director and employee appointments and ongoing fit and proper assessments under Schedule 3 of the Capital Markets Authority Act. An annual submission is now required for board and executive management to update their fit and proper status. Compliance is effective immediately, with the Authority able to request additional information.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Fitness and propriety
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2026-01-07•Türkiye•Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency of Türkiye
Türkiye’s Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency has authorised NEMLI Sigorta Brokerligi AŞ to operate as an insurance broker in life and non-life insurance, following a review under Insurance Law No. 5684 and the Insurance and Reinsurance Brokers Regulation.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence approval
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2026-01-07•Uganda•Uganda Capital Markets Authority
The Uganda Capital Markets Authority has issued guidance on documentation required for collective investment schemes seeking approval for CEO appointments or controller changes. CEO submissions include identification, tax compliance evidence, and a fit and proper form, while controller changes require shareholder information and financial statements. Licensed entities must also provide annual updates for ongoing fit and proper assessments.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Licence approval
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2026-01-07•Paraguay•Central Bank of Paraguay
The Central Bank of Paraguay has launched a public consultation on a draft Primary Dealers Program for Monetary Regulation Bills that is intended to deepen the LRM secondary market. The proposal sets objective designation criteria and rules on dealers’ rights, obligations, performance reviews, continued participation and sanctions. It is designed to support auction demand, secondary market liquidity, monetary policy transmission and a reference yield curve.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Market development
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2026-01-07•United Kingdom•Prudential Regulation Authority
The Prudential Regulation Authority published a readout of a roundtable with chief financial officers of systemically important UK firms on its Future Banking Data project, aimed at reducing regulatory reporting burden and reforming banking data collection. Firms broadly supported proposed whole template deletions, suggested further cuts in duplicative reporting, and discussed links with public disclosures. The PRA and the Bank of England proposed mortgages as an initial “collect once and well” use case and flagged a forthcoming discussion paper on data collection. The PRA is also developing a new portal to digitise and automate interactions with its Authorisations function, with a prototype to be tested with a small number of firms.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Regulatory burden
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2026-01-07•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission released the Ministry of Finance's consolidated document 48/VBHN-BTC, combining Decree 155/2020 on the Securities Law implementation with Decree 245/2025 amendments. This document was authenticated by the Minister of Finance on 26 December 2025.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Securities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission released the Ministry of Finance's consolidated text No. 47/VBHN-BTC, integrating Circular 91/2020/TT-BTC on financial safety indicators with amendments from Circular 102/2025/TT-BTC. This consolidation addresses measures for handling securities business organizations failing to meet financial safety indicators.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Prudential risks Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-07•Ukraine•Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market
Oleksiy Semeniuk has been appointed Chairman of the Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market, with priorities including stable regulation, transparency, investor protection, and alignment with European standards.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-07•Iceland•Central Bank of Iceland
The Central Bank of Iceland published minutes from its Financial Stability Committee meeting, highlighting discussions on global and domestic financial conditions, pension fund strategies, private sector debt, real estate market dynamics, and the resilience of financial institutions. The meeting also covered scenarios for the 2026 stress test on systemically important banks, borrower-based measures, and cyber and operational security issues.
Supervision Risk monitoring & watch points Financial stability and systemic risk
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2026-01-07•India•Securities & Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has postponed the implementation of the mutual fund industry's additional incentive structure for distributors targeting new individual investors from B-30 cities and new women investors to 1 March 2026, due to operational challenges. All other provisions of the 27 November 2025 circular remain unchanged.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-07•Portugal•Bank of Portugal
The Bank of Portugal has warned that Cesaltina Ângela José Máquina is not authorised to conduct any financial activities in Portugal, including payment services like money remittance. The Legal Framework for Payment Services and Electronic Money mandates that only authorised entities can provide such services.
Supervision Alerts Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-07•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reported a decrease in Hong Kong's foreign currency reserve assets to USD 427.9 billion at end-December 2025 from USD 429.4 billion at end-November 2025, with no unsettled foreign exchange contracts recorded. The reserves equate to over five times the currency in circulation and about 38% of HKD M3, and the HKMA announced its January 2026 schedule for Exchange Fund data press releases.
Data & statistics Balance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens involving The Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank, and Chong Hing Bank. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information, advising affected individuals to contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.
Supervision Alerts Fraud and scams
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2026-01-07•Chile•Chile Financial Market Commission
The Chile Financial Market Commission has introduced a new reporting mechanism for Low-Value Payment Clearinghouses (LVPCs) to submit monthly data on operations related to liquidity and capital requirements. This mechanism, enhancing General Rule No. 489, includes a standardized form to monitor payment orders, net positions, and guarantees, alongside LVPC manager liquidity and capital requirements. The CMF also released a report summarizing feedback from a public consultation.
Supervision Regulatory reporting
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2026-01-07•Norway•Norwegian Finanstilsynet
The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority released an inspection report on RSM Norge AS, highlighting deficiencies in its audit of a bank, particularly concerning expected loan losses and unauthorized additional services. The report also notes potential breaches of the Auditor Act, including inadequate follow-up on monitoring reviews and inventory audit issues for six clients.
Supervision Reviews, inspections & stress tests Auditing
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2026-01-07•Philippines•Central Bank of the Philippines
The Central Bank of the Philippines swore in Department of Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go as a member of the Monetary Board, replacing Ralph G. Recto, with the oath administered by BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona Jr. on 08 January 2026.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-07•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 statement from Senator Elizabeth Warren urging federal measures to curb housing costs by restricting corporate investors from purchasing homes, while criticizing former President Donald Trump for inaction and advocating for bipartisan support in Congress.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, led by Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Schumer, released a "Broken Promises Report" criticizing President Trump for not reducing housing costs and discussed legislative options like the ROAD to Housing Act. The report highlighted pressures from rents and mortgage payments, with stakeholders urging oversight of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and related agencies.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Other
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
Senator Elizabeth Warren urged the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs to address potential conflicts of interest in crypto market structure legislation following World Liberty Financial's federal bank charter application, highlighting concerns due to its co-founder, President Donald Trump. Warren emphasized the need for transparency from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, especially after the GENIUS Act expanded its responsibilities.
Policy & regulation Other Licence approval
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2026-01-07•Panama•Panama Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores
The Panama Superintendency of the Securities Market will close its offices on 9 January 2026 for Martyrs' Day, resuming normal operations on 12 January 2026.
Other
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2026-01-07•Europe•Eurosif
Eurosif announced that the Hungarian Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (HuSif) has joined as its twelfth full member, marking Hungary as the third Central and Eastern European country represented at this level. HuSif aims to enhance sustainable finance through collaboration and advocacy, contributing regional perspectives to Eurosif's efforts and supporting domestic market development.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Climate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-07•Madagascar•Central Bank of Madagascar
The Central Bank of Madagascar has released an economic conditions bulletin covering the first quarter of 2025.
Data & statistics Economic data and developments
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Financial Services Committee
The U.S. House Committee on Financial Services introduced the Main Street Capital Access Act, aimed at supporting local bank formation and easing capital access barriers for small and mid-sized banks, linked to Chairman French Hill’s community banking principles and recent hearings on banking topics. The Committee released the bill text, a summary, and detailed materials.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-07•Madagascar•Central Bank of Madagascar
The Central Bank of Madagascar’s second quarter 2025 economic bulletin shows a sharper contraction in business activity, a slight easing in inflation to 8.2 percent and a wider current account deficit. It also records a May policy rate increase to 12.00 percent, stronger foreign exchange reserves at USD 3.067 billion and continued solid bank lending growth. Formal firms surveyed expect a modest rebound in activity in the third quarter.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Economic data and developments
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2026-01-07•Sri Lanka•Central Bank of Sri Lanka
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has issued a procurement notice for a firm to evaluate the competencies of its probationary staff officers, with a pre-bid meeting on 20 January 2026 and bid submissions closing on 27 January 2026.
Institutional development Procurement
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2026-01-07•Peru•Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores de Peru
Peru's Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores reported a 31% increase in corporate financing through primary public offerings in 2025, with 32 companies raising USD 1,398 million. Debt placements were predominantly in Peruvian soles due to its lower volatility, and issuance volumes surged in December, while the Alternative Securities Market saw a 52% rise in non-corporate financing.
Data & statistics Securities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Peru•Central Bank of Peru
The Central Bank of Peru reported a 6.9% year-on-year growth in outstanding mortgage credit for home purchases in November 2025, driven by an 8.0% increase in local-currency mortgages. The total outstanding stock reached PEN 74,930 million, with mortgage dollarisation at 6.3%.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Supervisory data
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2026-01-07•Jordan•Jordan Securities Commission
The Jordan Securities Commission announced that its chairman, Imad Mohammed Abu Haltam, was honored by the University of Jordan's Faculty of Business during its Diamond Jubilee celebration.
Other
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2026-01-07•Iraq•Central Bank of Iraq
The Central Bank of Iraq's Board of Directors approved the 2026 budget using a program and performance budgeting methodology, marking a shift from traditional line-item budgeting. This change, under the Central Bank of Iraq Law No. 56 of 2004, is the first of its kind among Iraqi state institutions, with the bank offering technical support and training for similar transitions.
Institutional development Governance Mandate change
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2026-01-07•Qatar•Qatar Central Bank
Qatar Central Bank reported that international reserves and foreign currency liquidity rose to QAR 261.9 billion in December 2025, with total official reserves increasing to QAR 202.2 billion compared to December 2024.
Data & statistics Monetary data
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2026-01-07•Global•Bank for International Settlements
The Bank for International Settlements published a BIS Bulletin analyzing the impact of the AI investment boom on macroeconomic outcomes and corporate financing, noting a shift from funding capital expenditure with operating cash flows to increased debt use. The Bulletin highlights moderate macroeconomic and financial stability risks, contingent on AI firms meeting high earnings expectations, with significant growth in AI-related investments in the U.S. contributing notably to GDP growth.
Research Artificial intelligence
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2026-01-06•Bulgaria•Bulgaria Financial Supervision Commission
The Bulgaria Financial Supervision Commission approved key supervisory appointments, including Wassim El Helou to the Supervisory Board of Allianz Bulgaria AD and Stela Zheleva as Head of Internal Audit at Phoenix Re Insurance Company AD, and enacted pension fund rule changes. Additionally, the FSC adopted its regulatory activity program for the first half of 2026.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence approval
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has amended its Directions on Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) to include a new note-to-accounts requirement for related-party exposure disclosures, effective from 1 April 2026. These amendments require NBFCs to report detailed information on related-party loans and contracts, including their proportions of total credit exposure and classifications as Special Mention Accounts or Non-Performing Assets.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has revised its financial statement presentation and disclosure framework for all-India financial institutions, mandating new note disclosures on related party exposures in line with updated credit risk management requirements. These changes, effective from 1 April 2026, require detailed year-on-year reporting of loans and contracts with related parties, including sanctions, balances, and provisions.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•Europe•Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
The European Parliament Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection is enhancing online safeguards for minors, advocating stricter controls on harmful digital practices and increased platform accountability under the Digital Services Act. The committee's report recommends a digital age limit of 16 for social media access, with no access under 13, and emphasizes transparency, education, and responsible digital design, with a vote expected in February 2026.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Consumer and investor protection
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2026-01-06•Europe•Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
The European Parliament’s Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection has invited SHEIN to its 27 January meeting to enhance oversight of online marketplaces' compliance with EU regulations, following concerns about illegal and unsafe goods entering the EU. Members of the European Parliament have urged the European Commission to improve enforcement and update legislation, highlighting issues with large platforms like SHEIN and Temu.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Consumer and investor protection
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2026-01-06•Panama•Panama Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores
The Panama Superintendency of the Securities Market issued a public alert warning that Roger Eberto Cerdas Miranda and associated entities, including The Capital Trading Fund and Traders Profit Club-Panama City, are not licensed or authorised to conduct securities-related business in Panama.
Supervision Alerts Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-06•Panama•Panama Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores
The Panama Superintendency of the Securities Market warned investors about unauthorized use of the name of licensed investment adviser Private Investment Management Advisors Panama, S.A. (Creand Wealth Management), licensed under Resolution SMV-463-16.
Supervision Alerts Licence withdrawal
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2026-01-06•Europe•European Securities and Markets Authority
The European Securities and Markets Authority's third report on marketing requirements under the Regulation on cross-border distribution of funds shows no significant changes in national fund marketing rules since 2023, and includes new statistics on cross-border marketing notifications, with Luxembourg and Ireland leading. UCITS notifications made up 56% of the total, while alternative investment funds accounted for 44%.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Cross-border payments Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Ms. Nguyen Thi Van as Deputy Director of the Transaction Department, effective May 1, 2026, with expectations to collaborate on monetary policy and banking activities.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam's Region 5 conference outlined 2026 priorities, emphasizing discipline, staff training, currency and banking management, credit quality controls, and digital transformation. As of December 31, 2025, mobilized capital exceeded VND 243 trillion, with outstanding loans at VND 235 trillion and bad debts at 1.5%, while capital allocation for 2026 will focus on green credit and the circular economy.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Other
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
State Bank of Vietnam Deputy Governor Pham Quang Dung emphasized BIDV's alignment with government and SBV policies, highlighting its 2021–2025 achievements and restructuring efforts, and outlined 2026 priorities for enhanced internal controls and digital transformation. BIDV reported significant growth in credit balances, total assets, and capital mobilisation by the end of 2025, with improvements in capital adequacy and return on equity.
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit Other
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•Ministry of Finance (Vietnam)
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance reported stable macroeconomic conditions in 2025, with GDP growth at 8%, inflation at 3.3%, and state budget revenue exceeding estimates by 34.74%. The stock market was upgraded to a secondary emerging market, and import-export turnover surpassed USD 930 billion with a trade surplus of over USD 20 billion.
Data & statistics Other
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2026-01-06•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority released a technical note detailing the cost-benefit analysis for its proposed UK equity consolidated tape framework, including demand estimation and commercial viability across four tape-data scenarios. The analysis, based on an April 2025 survey, assesses demand at various price points and projects user adoption, with viability determined by comparing projected revenues to costs, noting that some scenarios may not break even.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Market development
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2026-01-06•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 Ergin Zulkuf Alperdi's appointment to the management board and as managing director of JSC Subsidiary Bank Kazakhstan-Ziraat International Bank, per protocol No 99/BVU/T dated 22 December 2025.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Other
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2026-01-06•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 and the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan have suspended the provision to reduce the GST on mortgage housing loans from 25% to 20%, effective from 1 November 2025 to 1 July 2026, to balance mortgage loan costs and maintain banking-sector stability.
Monetary policy Monetary policy instruments & operations Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-06•Tajikistan•National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan
The National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan has licensed Pulsar, a small microdeposit credit organisation, to conduct banking operations in both national and foreign currencies.
Supervision Authorisations & approvals Licence approval
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2026-01-06•Portugal•National Council of Financial Supervisors
Portugal’s National Council of Financial Supervisors reviewed legislative initiatives, fintech updates, and financial education plans during its 28 November 2025 meeting, and agreed to form a working group on equity release scheme regulation. The council also discussed financial stability risks and the IMF’s Financial Sector Assessment Program progress, with further technical work planned for 2026.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Macroprudential policy and tools Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Indonesia•OJK
The Indonesia Financial Services Authority (OJK) has appointed new deputy commissioners, department heads, and regional office heads to enhance supervisory functions and support its organizational transformation under Law No. 4 of 2023 on Financial Sector Development and Strengthening. These appointments, announced at a ceremony in Jakarta on 5 January, aim to reinforce OJK's regional presence and oversight capabilities.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Indonesia•OJK
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) conducted a financial education programme at SMA Taruna Nusantara, emphasizing prudent financial management and the risks of digital finance. The event included a talk show and inauguration of student ambassadors, with participation from the Indonesia Stock Exchange, Bank Negara Indonesia, and Pegadaian.
Financial literacy & education Financial literacy and education
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2026-01-06•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority
The Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority reported a 16.5% net return for the Mandatory Provident Fund in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of positive performance, with total assets reaching HKD 1,550 billion. Equity and mixed-assets funds, comprising 80% of MPF assets, have consistently outperformed inflation since inception, while the Core Accumulation Fund under the Default Investment Strategy has averaged 6.9% annual returns since 2017.
Data & statistics Activity and performance reporting
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2026-01-06•United Kingdom•Bank of England
The Bank of England released minutes from the UK Money Markets Code Sub-Committee meeting, detailing updates to the UK Money Market Code, changes to Euroclear UK & International's Short Term Repo facility, and progress on Euroclear’s CREST Transformation programme. The Financial Conduct Authority has re-recognised the updated Code as an industry standard until November 2028, with Euroclear planning a new bond allocation method in April 2026 and further updates expected at the next meeting.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Other
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2026-01-06•Japan•Bank of Japan
The Bank of Japan released its statement of assets and liabilities, reporting total assets of JPY 677.776 trillion, with Japanese government securities at JPY 544.395 trillion and loans at JPY 79.521 trillion. Major liabilities included current deposits of JPY 470.945 trillion and banknotes of JPY 120.606 trillion, with provisions at JPY 10.586 trillion.
Data & statistics Balance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has amended disclosure requirements for Regional Rural Banks, mandating a new note on related-party exposures in financial statements, effective 1 April 2026. The note requires detailed reporting of loans and contracts with related parties, including classifications and provisions, with early implementation permitted.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has revised its financial statement presentation and disclosure framework for urban co-operative banks, mandating new Notes to Accounts disclosures on related-party exposures, effective 1 April 2026, with optional early adoption. The amendment requires detailed reporting on loans and contracts involving related parties, including their classification and provisions.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has revised its financial statement presentation and disclosure framework for rural co-operative banks, mandating new disclosures on related-party exposures in the notes to accounts, effective 1 April 2026. These include detailed reporting on loans, contracts, and arrangements with related parties, aligned with the rural co-operative banks credit risk management directions.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Accounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•Japan•Bank of Japan
The Bank of Japan released its December monetary base statistics and a long-term time-series data file.
Data & statistics Monetary data
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2026-01-06•Denmark•National Bank of Denmark
The National Bank of Denmark's analysis of the Greenlandic economy highlights a slowdown to modest growth, with public finances deteriorating sharply in 2025 due to declining shrimp stocks and critically low liquidity in the Greenland Treasury. The 2026 Finance Act introduces fiscal tightening, while future fiscal pressure is anticipated from a projected 20% population decline by 2050.
Research Economic data and developments
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2026-01-06•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission has amended rules for asset management companies to allow more flexible compensation options for mispriced investment units, including monetary compensation and exceeding actual losses by considering opportunity costs. These changes, effective 1 February 2026, follow a supportive public hearing and have been published in the Government Gazette.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-06•Zimbabwe•Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe has clarified that, under paragraph 4.1 of the December 2025 Capital Adequacy Directive for Securities Market Intermediaries, the amount used for professional indemnity cover is at the discretion of the firm. The notice addresses the calculation of insurable amounts for professional indemnity.
Policy & regulation Guidance & interpretation Capital adequacy
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2026-01-06•El Salvador•Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador
The Central Reserve Bank of El Salvador published the 2025 National Survey of Financial Inclusion and Education, conducted digitally for the first time. It provides a comprehensive diagnostic of financial inclusion and education, detailing access to financial products, digital channel usage, and financial literacy across demographics. Key findings will inform updates to the National Financial Inclusion Policy, addressing access barriers and gender gaps.
Data & statistics Financial inclusion
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2026-01-06•Lithuania•Ministry of Finance (Lithuania)
Lithuania's Ministry of Finance has received approval to nominate Rimantas Šadžius for Vice-President and member of the European Central Bank Executive Board, highlighting his extensive experience and the need for geographical balance. Nominations for the role are open until 9 January 2026, with appointments made by the European Council for an eight-year term.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Philippines•Department of Finance (Philippines)
The Philippines Department of Finance reported a drop in full-year 2025 inflation to 1.7%, attributed to a comprehensive government strategy involving price management and targeted assistance, falling below the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas target range of 2.0% to 4.0%. Key measures included reducing rice inflation, expanding the 'Benteng Bigas, Meron Na!' program, and implementing transport cost controls.
Monetary policy Monetary policy assessments & outlooks Economic data and developments
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2026-01-06•Latvia•Central Bank of Latvia
The Central Bank of Latvia outlined its 2026–2028 financial market supervision priorities, emphasizing resilience, accessibility, and transparency, while reducing firms' administrative burdens. The 2026 plan includes 12 on-site inspections across sectors, focusing on risks like credit underwriting standards, bank profitability, insurers' claims practices, and fintech compliance with the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA).
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Denmark•Danish Finanstilsynet
The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority has appointed Rasmus Junggreen Lassen as head of its ESG and sustainability office, effective 1 January, to oversee sustainable finance supervision and coordinate international sustainability efforts.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Oman•Central Bank of Oman
The Central Bank of Oman has introduced a Business Continuity Management (BCM) Framework for licensed banks and finance and leasing companies, emphasizing operational resilience through a service-centric approach. It mandates governance by boards and senior management, recovery objectives, and integration into risk management, with requirements for business impact analysis, IT disaster recovery, and cyber resilience. It also outlines incident reporting timelines and testing protocols, replacing the previous BCM guidelines from August 2010.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Operational risk and resilience
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2026-01-06•Nicaragua•Central Bank of Nicaragua
The Central Bank of Nicaragua reported a total external debt of USD 16,139.3 million for Q3 2025, with the public sector accounting for 54.9% and the private sector 45.1%. The debt increased by USD 84.5 million from the previous quarter, with disbursements primarily directed towards sectors such as electricity, gas, and water, and debt service totaling USD 781.2 million.
Data & statistics Balance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-06•Latin America•Financial Action Task Force of Latin America (GAFILAT)
GAFILAT visited New York on 17–18 December 2025 to boost cooperation with UN bodies on countering terrorism and proliferation financing. Led by President Juan Carlos Monroy Véliz, they engaged with the UN Counter-Terrorism Committee and launched guidance on human rights in counter-terrorism financing. GAFILAT also discussed its Regional Risk Assessment on proliferation financing with Panama’s UN Ambassador, supporting FATF Recommendation 7 and Immediate Outcome 11.
Policy & regulation Cooperation AML and CFT Cross-border cooperation
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2026-01-06•United States•U.S. Department of Justice
The U.S. Department of Justice announced that Wilfredo Aquino, a former TD Bank N.A. assistant store manager, pleaded guilty to a money laundering conspiracy involving approximately USD 474 million moved through TD Bank accounts from 2019 to 2021. Aquino processed over USD 92 million in official bank checks and facilitated nearly USD 2 million in cash transactions without proper reporting, accepting retail gift cards in exchange; sentencing is on May 12.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions AML and CFT Corporate governance
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2026-01-06•Central African Republic•Banking Commission of the Central African Republic
The Bank of Central African States' board approved the central bank's 2026 budget, with revenue of XAF 586,634,958,296, expenditure of XAF 333,341,790,605 and a projected surplus of XAF 253,293,167,691. It also gave a favorable opinion on regional regulations covering an ISO standard, blacklisting borrowers for unpaid credit, a general register for book-entry securities issued in CEMAC, and GABAC's organization and functioning.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-06•Central African Republic•Banking Commission of the Central African Republic
The Ministerial Committee of the Central African Monetary Union approved the 2026 budgets of BEAC, COSUMAF and GABAC, appointed members of the COSUMAF board, and adopted four regional regulations. The measures cover ISO 20022 implementation, borrower indexing for unpaid credit at COBAC-supervised institutions, securities dematerialization and safekeeping, and GABAC's organization and functioning.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Other
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2026-01-06•China•Central Bank of the Republic of China
The People's Bank of China outlined its 2026 policy priorities, focusing on a moderately loose monetary policy, financial reform, and risk prevention. Key measures include flexible monetary tools, support for the real economy, risk resolution for financial institutions, and reforms in interbank and foreign exchange markets, alongside legislative revisions and digital currency development.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities
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2026-01-06•Europe•European Payments Council
The European Payments Council announced that Bits, Revolut Bank, and Wise joined as members from 1 January, expanding its membership to 83 payment service providers and associations, enhancing fintech participation in European account-to-account payments standardisation.
Policy & regulation Cooperation Hiring and recruitment
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2026-01-06•Ghana•Bank of Ghana
The Governor of the Bank of Ghana outlined 2025 measures to restore monetary and financial stability, reporting inflation reduction to single digits and increased reserves. Key reforms included enhanced liquidity management, foreign exchange market discipline, and tightened banking supervision. For 2026, the Bank plans to consolidate reforms, anchor the Domestic Gold Purchase Programme within the government framework, and convene a workshop with GoldBod and the Ministry of Finance.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Financial stability and systemic risk Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-06•Ghana•Bank of Ghana
Bank of Ghana Governor Dr. Johnson Pandit Asiama outlined plans at the Maiden Diaspora Economic Growth Summit to leverage diaspora remittances for macroeconomic stability and investment. The central bank aims to enhance formal remittance flows through targeted measures and incentives, and introduce investment-oriented instruments like diaspora bonds. In 2026, the Bank plans to develop a National Remittance Strategy and conduct a Roadshow to boost diaspora engagement.
Policy & regulation Reform agendas & priorities Cross-border cooperation
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2026-01-06•United States•Federal Reserve Board
The Federal Reserve Board released minutes from its December 10, 2025 meeting, highlighting the review and determination of discount rates for depository institutions, distinct from the Federal Open Market Committee's federal funds rate process.
Monetary policy Policy rate decision minutes and accounts Monetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-06•United States•Federal Reserve Board
The Federal Reserve Board issued a consent prohibition order against Jason Lovell, a former Regions Bank employee, for misappropriating customer funds.
Enforcement Investigations & enforcement actions
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2026-01-06•United States•Financial Industry Regulatory Authority
The Financial Industry Regulatory Authority (FINRA) appointed Rostin Behnam, Tim Carter, Dan Gallagher, and Heather Traeger as new Governors to its Board, bringing diverse expertise in financial regulation, investment banking, legal compliance, and public pension management. The Board consists of 22 members with a mix of public and industry seats, and governors serve three-year terms with a two-term limit.
Institutional development Leadership change & appointments Leadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Canada•New Brunswick Financial & Consumer Services Commission
The Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick has implemented the Financial Advisor and Financial Planner Title Protection Act as of 1 January 2026, establishing a title protection regime requiring minimum education standards and oversight by Commission-approved credentialing bodies. Transition periods of two years for financial advisors and four years for financial planners are provided for those using the titles without approved credentials.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Consumer and investor protection
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2026-01-06•Canada•New Brunswick Financial & Consumer Services Commission
The Financial and Consumer Services Commission of New Brunswick has enacted the Financial Advisor and Financial Planner Title Protection Act, establishing a regime requiring individuals using these titles to meet education standards and be overseen by approved credentialing bodies. The regime includes transition periods of two years for financial advisors and four years for financial planners, with implementation starting January 1, 2026.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Consumer and investor protection
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2026-01-06•Comoros•Central Bank of Comoros
The Central Bank of Comoros held a ceremony at the Palais du Peuple on Dec. 17 to discuss the performance and outlook of the Comorian economy 50 years after independence.
Other Economic data and developments
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2026-01-06•Comoros•Central Bank of Comoros
The Central Bank of Comoros has started rolling out updated KMF 10,000 and KMF 5,000 banknotes from Jan. 5, 2026. The notes keep their existing overall design but add stronger anti-counterfeiting features and updated official markings, while old and new notes continue to circulate without restriction.
Policy & regulation Implementation, projects & pilots Currency and cash management
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2026-01-06•Pakistan•Securites & Exchange Commission of Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan reported a 29% increase in company registrations, with 21,668 new incorporations in the first half of the financial year, contributing PKR 30.7 billion in paid-up capital. IT and E-Commerce sectors led with 4,277 new companies, and foreign investment totaled PKR 1.26 billion, predominantly from China.
Data & statistics Financial and market indicators Supervisory data
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2026-01-06•Pakistan•State Bank of Pakistan
The State Bank of Pakistan announced the shortlist for its Regulatory Sandbox's first cohort, focusing on digital financial services like inward remittances, open banking, and remote merchant onboarding. Participants, including Neem Exponential Financial Services and The Bank of Punjab, will test solutions in a controlled environment for up to six months under a high-level Steering Committee's oversight.
Supervision Innovation & testing Fintech and insurtech Regulatory sandbox
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2026-01-06•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority released its January 2026 bulletin, featuring AML/CFT updates, supervisory guidance, and findings from the insurance sector risk assessment. It also highlights international engagements, including participation in the MONEYVAL Plenary and Country Training, and previews a forthcoming Reporting and Registers project.
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit AML and CFT Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Brazil•Brazilian Pension Funds Authority (PREVIC)
The Brazilian Pension Funds Authority (PREVIC) has launched its 2026 Annual Inspection and Monitoring Programme, emphasizing risk-based supervision for 111 closed pension entities. The programme includes permanent, periodic, and diligence-based supervision, with priorities on cybersecurity, election processes, and transparency. PREVIC will introduce an experimental AI system for detecting atypical operations and oversee intervention and liquidation regimes.
Supervision Supervision approach, priorities & toolkit Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Azerbaijan•Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
The Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan has amended its "Rules for the Calculation of Bank Capital and Capital Adequacy" to align with Basel III standards. The amendments update bank capital structures, capital adequacy ratios, and introduce new capital buffers to enhance loss-absorbing capacity and risk assessment. Full compliance is required by 1 January 2027.
Policy & regulation Rules & requirements Capital adequacy
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2026-01-06•Azerbaijan•Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan
The Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan has appointed a temporary administrator to AtaSığorta JSC to ensure financial stability and fulfill statutory duties. The insurer's management powers are suspended and transferred to the administrator. This measure aims to protect the rights of insurance service consumers and creditors.
Supervision Interventions Capital adequacy Supervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Brazil•Brazil Securities Commission (CVM)
The Brazil Securities Commission (CVM) has ordered the immediate suspension of public offers of securities intermediation services by Capitalist LTD, operating under the CARIORO brand. CVM warned that the firm is not authorised to operate in Brazil and was attempting to attract Brazilian clients for securities transactions.
Supervision Interventions Unlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-06•United Arab Emirates•ADGM Financial Services Regulatory Authority
The Abu Dhabi Global Market Financial Services Regulatory Authority issued an alert on false and misleading claims by SGV Advisory FZ LLC (Strategic Global Ventures) that it can provide “FSRA license cover from day one” and immediate FSRA “regulatory coverage” via an investment platform. The authority clarified that Strategic Global Ventures has never been authorised or licensed in Abu Dhabi Global Market, that the name and image of an Approved Person at another FSRA-licensed entity were used without permission, and reminded investors to verify firms via the FSRA and ADGM public registers.
Supervision Alerts Unlicensed or unauthorized activity