The Securities and Exchange Commission of Central Africa withdrew the licenses of Axiome Capital and Premium Capital Securities.
The Vietnam State Securities Commission canceled the tender for auditing its specialized data warehouse project after both submitted bids failed to meet the technical requirements.
The Banking Agency of the Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is recruiting one payment systems supervision professional in Sarajevo.
The Central Bank of Russia will issue three Golden Antelope commemorative coins on Sept. 22, including one silver and two base metal versions. Mintages range from 7,000 to 850,000, and all three coins will be legal tender at face value.
The UAE Ministry of Justice has completed preparations to host the 15th United Nations Congress on Crime Prevention and Criminal Justice from Sept. 26 to Oct. 1, 2026. The draft Abu Dhabi Declaration, intended to guide global priorities for the next five years, is 98% agreed and scheduled for adoption on the first day. The congress is expected to draw 3,000 to 5,000 participants from more than 97 countries.
The National Bank of Moldova reported that individuals’ net foreign currency supply covered 110.3% of businesses’ net demand in August 2026, up from 100.2% in July. The central bank made EUR 19 million in net interbank market purchases as business demand fell more sharply than supply from individuals.
The National Bank of Moldova reported that licensed banks held a net long foreign exchange position of MDL 570.6 million at the end of August. The position was driven by a MDL 582.8 million euro long position, partly offset by short positions in U.S. dollars and Russian rubles.
China's National Financial Regulatory Administration convened regulators from ASEAN and neighboring countries to discuss cross-border financial risks and AI supervision. Participants called for deeper regional cooperation as new technologies change how financial risks emerge and spread.
Dimitrios Tsomocos has been appointed deputy governor of the Bank of Greece for a six-year term. He will be sworn in on Sept. 24, 2026, joining Governor Yannis Stournaras and Deputy Governor Christina Papaconstantinou.
The Bank of Greece reported that the current account deficit widened by about EUR 1.5 billion to EUR 9.3 billion in January to July 2026 as weaker income balances outweighed improvements in goods and services. The July surplus fell significantly to EUR 218.5 million, while reserve assets rose to EUR 19.5 billion.
The Croatian National Bank has released 500,000 City of Vukovar commemorative 2 euro coins, including 490,000 for public exchange. Individuals may reserve up to five coins, with exchanges beginning Nov. 9, 2026.
The National Bank of Ukraine will broadcast the second day of its annual research conference on September 22, 2026, focusing on central bank resilience, credibility and innovation. Speakers will include Martin Kocher, Kristalina Georgieva and Christine Lagarde.
The National Bank of Ukraine identified resilience, credibility and innovation as central banking priorities amid rapid geopolitical and technological change. Ukraine’s wartime experience highlights the need for banking system preparedness, coordinated crisis protocols and payment continuity, including during attacks on bank data centers.
The Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency of Türkiye reported judicial action against numerous suspects linked to illegal structures exploiting motor accident claims. The action followed an agency investigation that identified activities considered criminal and billions of TRY in alleged illicit gains.
The Capital Markets Board of Türkiye extended the period specified for fund liquidations from three to six months to facilitate asset sales under more suitable conditions. Liquidations may be completed earlier, and all other provisions remain unchanged.
The Indonesia Financial Services Authority has established a framework for demutualizing Indonesia’s stock exchange, allowing Indonesian individuals and legal entities, including nonmembers, to own exchange shares. Shareholdings are ordinarily capped at 5%, larger stakes require regulatory approval, and majority ownership is prohibited. The rules took effect on Sept. 17, 2026.
The Bank of Italy will launch the fourth Milano Hub call for proposals on Sept. 23, 2026, presenting its theme, participation requirements, application procedures and deadlines at the Italian Banking Association’s WeSec event in Milan.
The European Commission reported that the Global Green Bond Initiative Fund began operations in summer 2026, while technical assistance is preparing issuances in 15 partner countries. The fund is expected to approach EUR 3 billion and forms part of an initiative seeking to mobilise up to EUR 20 billion in private capital for sustainable infrastructure.
The Saudi Capital Market Authority approved the timetable and offer document for Knauf International GmbH’s bid to acquire all shares in United Mining Industries Company. The approval confirms compliance with applicable legal requirements and does not endorse the acquisition’s feasibility.
The Saudi Arabia Capital Markets Authority approved Retal Urban Development Co.’s proposed capital increase from SAR 500 million to SAR 555 million through 55 million new ordinary shares to acquire 47.5% of Ajdan Real Estate Development Company. Shareholders will receive a circular before voting, and the approval does not constitute an endorsement of the transaction’s feasibility.
Saudi Arabia’s Capital Market Authority approved Ades Holding’s capital increase from SAR 1.13 billion to SAR 2.26 billion through a one for one bonus share issue. The company must hold an extraordinary general assembly within six months and meet applicable regulatory requirements.
The Saudi Arabia Capital Market Authority approved Allied Cooperative Insurance Group’s plan to raise its capital from SAR 291 million to SAR 300 million through an offering of 900,000 shares without preemptive rights. The company must obtain extraordinary general assembly approval within six months and disclose the transaction details before the vote.
The Central Bank of the Solomon Islands will release an updated SBD 100 banknote in October 2026 with an enhanced color changing security thread. It will retain the existing design and circulate alongside the current note.
Australia's Department of the Treasury has proposed allocating a AUD 170.262 million Compensation Scheme of Last Resort special levy across financial advice, responsible entities of managed investment schemes and 21 other retail-facing subsectors. The consultation covers the methodology for linking subsectors to underlying losses and the potential viability effects of the allocations.
Fundo Loans paid an AUD 19,800 ASIC infringement notice over an allegedly misleading claim that it offered loans of up to AUD 5,000 with no credit checks. Fundo required all applicants to consent to a credit check and checked some applications, while payment of the notice does not constitute an admission of liability.
The South Korea Financial Services Commission launched easier policy financing for early stage startups and plans to expand its small business package from KRW 10.5 trillion to more than KRW 12 trillion. It also advanced a specialist strategic technology investment manager targeting up to KRW 10 trillion over five years and decided to abolish joint and several guarantees for small business primary collateralized bond obligations.
The South Korea Financial Services Commission outlined six youth finance programs for 2027 under a proposed KRW 2.1 trillion support budget, more than double the 2026 amount. Measures cover long-term asset building, low interest funding for job seekers, fintech employment and entrepreneurship, expanded savings contributions, and new housing finance products. The commission also plans a youth policy advisory group, while the budget remains subject to National Assembly approval.
The Bank of Korea reported total 2024 supply and demand of KRW 7,113.6 trillion, with the combined export and import share rising to 31.1%. The value added ratio increased to 42.0% as import dependency fell to 13.3%. Full-time equivalent employment edged down 0.1% to 25.961 million.
Hong Kong Financial Secretary Paul Chan discussed closer Mainland-Hong Kong financial regulatory and development cooperation with senior Mainland officials in Beijing. He also outlined Hong Kong’s 2026-2030 economic and social development plan and its objectives for strengthening the city’s status as an international financial center.
The Monetary Authority of Singapore called on engineering insurers to help Asia understand, reduce and finance the risks arising from large and complex infrastructure projects. It emphasized early insurer involvement in project design and reiterated plans for a Protected Cell Company framework to support insurance-linked securities, captive insurance and sovereign risk pools. More than 30 insurance-linked securities have been issued and listed in Singapore to date.
The Reserve Bank of Australia has published research comparing the accuracy and rationality of real GDP growth forecasts from four international organizations and the private sector. The paper introduces a new decomposition of forecast accuracy and examines conditioning assumptions and modal forecasts as possible explanations for failures of forecast rationality.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has finalized updated guidance for financial market operators, derivative trade repositories and benchmark administrators under the financial market infrastructure reforms. The final guidance contains no substantive changes from the consultation proposals, while guidance for clearing and settlement facility operators will be reviewed separately.
The New Zealand Financial Markets Authority has warned TSB Bank for improperly charging business cheque fees over six years, affecting 7,309 accounts. TSB has largely completed NZD 1.73 million in remediation, but the warning also reflects delays in notifying the regulator and refunding customers.
The Bank of the Lao and the Ministry of Industry and Commerce agreed to advance data sharing between their foreign exchange and business registration systems. They also discussed price monitoring, local currency use, essential goods and foreign exchange controls for emerging business activities.
The Vietnam State Securities Commission has directed Phan Duy Thanh to pay a VND 1 million fee to complete the reissuance of his financial analysis securities practicing certificate. The reissued certificate will be canceled if he does not complete the receipt procedures within one year of the notice.
The Philippine Securities and Exchange Commission has tightened external auditor accreditation rules and mandated Group A or Group B accredited audits for government contractors meeting specified contract thresholds. The amendments raise experience standards, expand grounds for outright denial and impose stricter limits on audit deficiencies. The audit requirements apply to financial statements for periods ending on or after June 30, 2027.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission found marked improvement in the first mandatory sustainability reports compared with earlier voluntary disclosures. Its review of 40 reports identified gaps in forward-looking information and disclosures relying on assumptions or judgment, particularly on strategy, metrics and targets. ASIC issued eight practical action items and plans further reviews and engagement with large audit firms in 2026-27.
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission has brought civil penalty proceedings against former Super Retail Group CEO Anthony Heraghty over alleged failures to disclose and manage a conflict of interest. ASIC also alleges he provided or authorized misleading information to the board and market, and is seeking penalties and disqualification orders.
Qatar Central Bank Governor Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani discussed developments in global finance and investment with Goldman Sachs Chairman and Chief Executive Officer David Solomon.
The Federal Reserve Board updated its regulatory reform record of public communications through July 30, 2026.
The Federal Reserve Board issued enforcement actions involving former employees of three financial institutions and terminated an action involving SNB Bancshares and Bank of Eufaula. It also published Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle W. Bowman’s speeches on stress testing and the independent review of Silicon Valley Bank.
The Federal Reserve Board terminated its enforcement action against SNB Bancshares and Bank of Eufaula.
The Federal Reserve Board announced five task forces to examine areas central to the broad conduct of monetary policy.
The Federal Reserve Board lists new enforcement actions, the termination of another action and supervisory speeches on Silicon Valley Bank and stress testing. Its economic snapshot shows a 3.75% to 4.00% policy rate, 3.7% inflation in July and 4.1% unemployment in August.
Qatar Central Bank published key takeaways from Governor Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani’s Bloomberg TV interview at the Special Edition of the Qatar Economic Forum 2026 in New York.
The Central Bank of Bahrain is consulting on revised credit risk capital rules for all Bahraini Islamic banks to align its framework with IFSB-23. Banks are being asked to assess the effects on capital ratios, systems and their ability to calculate counterparty credit risk and securitisation capital charges.
The Central Bank of Iraq has issued guidance requiring covered entities to implement targeted financial sanctions without delay, defined as freezing funds or other assets within 24 hours of a relevant listing decision. Firms must screen customers, beneficial owners and connected parties, freeze confirmed matches immediately, prevent access to funds or services and report the action without tipping off affected parties. They must also review internal policies, screening systems, governance, records and training against the guidance.
The Oman Financial Services Authority and Muscat Stock Exchange briefed the Oman Investment Authority on capital market routes for companies at different stages of listing readiness. The programme is moving from outreach toward developing listings, with its next phase providing companies with capacity building, guidance and advisory support throughout the process.
The Central Bank of Jordan raised interest rates on all monetary policy instruments by 25 basis points, effective Sept. 21, 2026. The decision supports monetary stability and the Jordanian dinar amid rising inflationary pressures and changing regional and international interest rate conditions.
China's National Financial Regulatory Administration reported that Director and Party Secretary Ding Xiangqun met AIA Group board Chair Mark Tucker to discuss insurance sector developments and the group's operations in China.
The Financial Services Institute’s board, chaired by Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority Chair Islam Azzam, has expanded the Regional Center for Sustainable Finance and Carbon Markets into a technical, research and training hub. Its mandate now covers carbon market expertise, emissions reporting, climate disclosure, professional certification, advisory services, databases and indicators, while excluding regulatory and supervisory functions.
The Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development and the Asia Water Council recommend consolidating Philippine water regulation, harmonising tariffs and aggregating fragmented service providers. Their roadmap also calls for a centralised national water information system supported by standardised reporting, mandatory data sharing and improved metering. Existing regulators should coordinate through a task force pending the creation of an independent Water Regulatory Commission.
The OECD recommends an ASEAN framework to align legal recognition, accreditation and support for social enterprises with existing inclusive business policies. It also calls for blended finance, digital support and common impact measurement to help these businesses scale and overcome fragmented regulation and funding gaps.
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority is promoting insurance awareness among consumers, businesses and investors at the Lake Tanganyika International Expo. The outreach focuses on risk protection, the authority’s supervisory role and opportunities in insurance related businesses and agency services.
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority and a Congolese provincial minister discussed closer cooperation to expand marine insurance for transport and trade on Lake Tanganyika. The initiative would improve protection against vessel fires, sinkings and associated losses of life and property.
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority urged insurers in the Northern Zone to pay valid claims promptly and develop products suited to the region’s evolving economy. Firms were also encouraged to prepare insurance offerings for needs arising from the Inter-Parliamentary Union Assembly in Arusha in October 2026.
The Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority has required supervised nonbank financial companies and other legal entities to activate Baridi registered email accounts within three months of the decision’s publication in the Egyptian Gazette. The free receiving service will provide an official digital address, with regulatory notices and electronic delivery evidence carrying legal effect, while sending correspondence through the system remains optional.
Financial Secretary Paul Chan will visit Beijing for meetings with central government bodies and financial regulators, accompanied for all or part of the trip by senior Hong Kong financial officials. He will return to Hong Kong on the afternoon of Sept. 22, with acting arrangements in place during the relevant absences.
The Association of Southeast Asian Nations reported record foreign investment of USD 243.9 billion in 2025, the fifth consecutive annual total above USD 200 billion. Ministers called for greater emphasis on investments that generate innovation, quality jobs, industrial capacity and sustainable development.
The Luxembourg Ministry of Finance outlined informal ECOFIN discussions on strengthening European banking competitiveness and pursuing further administrative simplification. Participants also addressed financial innovation and advocated AI that supports, rather than replaces, human judgment.
Central Bank of Egypt Governor Hassan Abdalla joined a PAPSS Governing Council meeting focused on expanding central and commercial bank participation while strengthening governance and cross-border payment risk controls. The central bank is also studying links to PAPSS Card and PAPSS Marketplace and supporting interested Egyptian banks seeking direct participation.
The Central Bank of Iraq said its reserves are sufficient to meet foreign currency demand for external trade, bank card settlements and travelers’ cash dollars at the official rate. It attributed higher local market exchange rates to speculation and geopolitical uncertainty, while confirming that trade financing will continue through approved channels.
The Kuwait Capital Markets Authority authorized Watani Investment Company to privately market 31.5 million shares in the Cayman Islands-based Leasing and Finance Fund 48 Ltd. to professional clients in Kuwait. The shares are priced at USD 10 each, with a one-time commission of up to 2.25%, and the license will run for one year after certification and payment of the required fees.
Qatar Central Bank Governor Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani and Ashmore Group CEO Mark Coombs discussed developments in global finance and investment ahead of the Qatar Economic Forum 2026 special edition in New York.
Luxembourg's Ministry of Finance outlined informal ECOFIN discussions on strengthening European banking competitiveness and continuing administrative simplification. Participants also addressed financial innovation and advocated human-centered AI that complements rather than replaces human judgment.
Qatar Central Bank Governor Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani discussed developments in global finance and investment with Amazon founder Jeff Bezos ahead of the Qatar Economic Forum 2026.
Qatar Central Bank Governor Sheikh Bandar bin Mohammed bin Saoud Al Thani and Liberty Strategic Capital founder Steven Mnuchin discussed developments in global finance and investment ahead of the 2026 Qatar Economic Forum Special Edition.
The Central Bank of Brunei Darussalam has urged micro, small and medium enterprises to assess their risks and prioritize suitable protection over the lowest takaful contribution or insurance premium. Businesses should understand key policy terms, use licensed providers and review coverage as their operations change.
International Monetary Fund Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva urged Europe to accelerate its AI strategy through deeper risk capital markets, energy integration, business flexibility, workforce support and digital public infrastructure. She warned that leverage, circular financing and global equity linkages could turn disappointment over AI earnings or investment into a broad market correction. AI could eventually lift global annual potential growth by 0.1 to 0.8 percentage points but affect up to 60% of jobs in advanced economies.
U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs Chairman Tim Scott backed modernized credit union board rules and access to financial innovation. He also emphasized credit unions’ role in financial literacy, homeownership and small business opportunities, and called for members’ views to inform the committee’s work.
The European Commission has highlighted Oyster Heaven’s clay-based model for scalable oyster reef restoration and its use of blended finance. The company has developed 17 projects across seven countries, has more than 20 in development and is preparing a new funding round.
The Seychelles Financial Services Authority has warned that TFI Consulting SA INC, trading as ProSignal Trades, falsely claims to be licensed and regulated. The entity holds no valid license and is not regulated by the authority.
The Moroccan Capital Markets Authority reported that Renaud Pierre Anselme Delieuze reduced his Cartier Saada stake below 5% to 4.94% and intends to continue selling shares during the following six months.
Department of Finance Canada appointed Randall Benson and Douglas James Enns to the CDIC board for four-year terms. CDIC provides deposit insurance and serves as the resolution authority for its member institutions.
The Central Bank of Paraguay hosted IAIS and ASSAL meetings on insurance inclusion and supervision from Sept. 15 to 18. Discussions covered risk based supervision, solvency, governance and emerging technology, climate and operational risks as Paraguay modernizes its regulatory framework.
Brazil Securities Commission President Otto Lobo and Director Igor Muniz outlined a restructuring agenda focused on technology, tokenization and stronger supervision. Planned investment in staff, systems and infrastructure will support oversight of traditional markets and on-chain digital assets, including blockchain analysis and AI supported risk tracking.
The Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan will hold an attestation for five insurance intermediaries at 10 a.m. on Sept. 25, 2026, and participants must present identification.
The Securities and Exchange Commission Ghana is consulting on draft 2026 guidelines for investment in unlisted securities.
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs alleged that Michelle Bowman's third party review improperly absolves her and President Trump of responsibility for Silicon Valley Bank's failure and seeks to enable further deregulation.
The U.S. House Financial Services Committee examined how the House-passed Main Street Capital Access Act would reduce regulatory burdens on community banks. The legislation would promote risk-based capital and supervision, clarify chartering, merger and resolution processes, and remove barriers to modernization.
The Bank of Canada says AI could raise productivity and living standards, but the timing, scale and distribution of the gains remain uncertain. AI may reshape tasks and disrupt some jobs, while its limitations mean human oversight remains necessary. The Bank will monitor the transition while aiming to keep inflation at or around 2%.
The Uruguay Ministry of Economy and Finance’s Consumer Protection Unit convened the first Mercosur regional dialogue on financial fraud and overindebtedness. Mercosur’s consumer protection committee added similar future forums to its work plan to support regional best practices.
Federal Reserve Board Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle W. Bowman outlined forthcoming stress test reforms that would expand model and scenario disclosures and halve stress capital buffer volatility through two-year averaging. She will also recommend a revised noninterest income model for the 2027 test. A separate expansion of confidential scenario analysis and reverse stress testing would target firm-specific vulnerabilities without affecting capital requirements.
Federal Reserve Board Vice Chair for Supervision Michelle W. Bowman announced initial independent review findings that supervisors knew or should have known about Silicon Valley Bank’s vulnerabilities by March 2022 but failed to act decisively. The review linked that inaction to risk aversion and unclear decision rights, while rejecting regulatory tailoring and social media as causes. The Federal Reserve has refocused its supervisory principles and will require monthly escalation reports from examination teams.
In remarks to the Investment Company Institute, the SEC’s chief economist said AI increases the value of structured, standardized and reliable financial data but does not justify indiscriminately expanding disclosures. Materiality should remain central because producing, verifying and safeguarding information continues to carry costs. Market participants can strengthen SEC economic analysis by providing evidence on the magnitude, incidence and behavioral effects of proposed rules.
The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission has launched specialist financial reporting and retail fraud teams and a new artificial intelligence and analytics office. Its Enforcement Division is refocusing resources on investor harm and meaningful redress while moving investigations faster through earlier testimony and subpoena enforcement. Self-reporting, cooperation and remediation will affect how companies are treated.
The Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation released annual branch level deposit data as of June 30, 2026, covering more than 75,000 offices operated by over 4,200 FDIC insured institutions. The dataset supports analysis of local deposit trends, branch locations and deposit market shares, with historical information extending to 1994.
The Federal Reserve Board prohibited three former financial institution employees from the industry. The orders concern misappropriation or misapplication of funds, conflicts of interest and check fraud.
The Federal Reserve Board terminated its 2024 written agreement with SNB Bancshares and Bank of Eufaula on Sept. 3, 2026.
The National Bank of Ukraine revised balance of payments data for 2020–2025 and the first quarter of 2026 following corrections to customs records for international postal and express shipments. The revisions reduced the current account deficit across all affected periods, including by USD 4.6 billion for 2025 and USD 1.2 billion for the first quarter of 2026.
The National Bank of Georgia and J.P. Morgan hosted the region’s first central bank governors’ roundtable, with representatives from up to 15 countries. Discussions covered monetary policy, price and financial stability, reserve management and local capital market development.
The Central Bank of Russia has proposed capping banks’ cryptocurrency and foreign digital instrument risk ratios at 1% on both solo and consolidated bases. The rules would cover direct investments and derivatives, with limited netting and exclusions for certain client positions. Reporting would begin in January 2027.
The Central Bank of Russia reported that product prices fell in two-thirds of regions in August, while service prices declined in a majority. Nonfood prices continued to rise in most regions, though more slowly, with ruble depreciation lifting electronics prices as motor fuel price growth decelerated.
The Capital Markets Board of Türkiye has detailed the systemic risk concerns behind its Aug. 28 investment fund guide changes, including unsecured related party borrowing and unusual share price movements involving certain funds. Supporting measures raised the qualified investor threshold to TRY 10 million, revised fund platform settlement rules and introduced net asset value requirements for specified holdings. Transition periods apply, with compliance to be monitored by firm and across the sector.
The Liechtenstein Financial Market Authority’s Appeals Commission granted TGI AG limited suspensive relief concerning the retention of deposits linked to three products. The orders requiring TGI AG to stop distributing and publicly offering those products remain in force, while the underlying proceedings continue.
The Athens Stock Exchange has officially returned to developed market status after 13 years, Greece’s Ministry of National Economy and Finance announced. The upgrade broadens the potential investor base and could support international capital inflows and wider financing options for businesses.
Fernando Restoy, Chair of the Bank for International Settlements’ Financial Stability Institute, called for bank supervision to extend beyond AI governance to operational and strategic resilience. Supervisors should update model risk management expectations, test faster cyber response and recovery, and assess how AI-driven economic change could affect borrowers, portfolios and bank business models.
HM Treasury has opened the UK's 250th banking hub in Chepstow, maintaining cash and face-to-face services ahead of the closure of the town's last bank branch. The hub advances the government's target of at least 350 locations by the end of this parliament.
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission is consulting on draft rules for mutual fund side pockets and suspensions of dealing, following broad support for principles proposed earlier in 2026. The rules would expand repayment options for side pocket assets, regulate related expenses and valuation, and strengthen investor notifications and regulatory reporting when dealing is suspended.
Bank of England research finds substantial dealer-level dispersion in synthetic dollar funding prices, with near-identical FX forwards differing by about 7 basis points between the 10th and 90th percentiles. Dealers charged 2.5 basis points more when buying dollars forward than when selling them, rising to 11.8 basis points at maturities under one month. Clientele and dealer pricing power explained more of the variation than underlying funding costs.