Capital / Liquidity

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh Relaxes Loan Rules, Sparking 'Zombie Firm' Fears

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

The central bank will allow post-expiry renewal of continuous loans, a move welcomed by businesses but criticised for potential evergreening risks.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Tightens NBFC Lending Rules to Curb 'Evergreening'

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

RBI is mandating board-approved policies for new loans to defaulting borrowers and has tightened project finance norms to improve risk management.

Fintech / Regtech

China Escalates Consumer Lending Crackdown, Widens Scope to Banks

By Editors | 06/03/2026

Regulators are enforcing stricter rate caps beyond micro-lenders to the entire consumer loan market, accelerating a consolidation favouring major tech platforms.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Banks Extends Loan Relief for Tai Po Fire Victims

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 06/03/2026

HKMA and HKAB announce extended loan repayment holidays and flexible mortgage arrangements for residents affected by the Wang Fuk Court fire.

Capital / Liquidity

China Signals Major Financial Push Including Bank Capital Injections

By Mark Johnston | 06/03/2026

Beijing unveils a multi-pronged strategy using bank injections, special bonds, and targeted monetary policy to bolster the economy and foster "new quality productive forces".

Capital / Liquidity

Korea FSS Urges Savings Banks to Be 'Dependable Partners' for Local Economies

By Mark Johnston | 06/03/2026

The call comes as the regulator mandates new executive responsibility maps and offers incentives for inclusive lending to smaller businesses.

Market Infrastructure

BIS Chief Defends Basel Committee's Role Against US Criticism

By Manesh Samtani | 06/03/2026

The head of the Bank for International Settlements has countered US criticism of its rulemaking process, warning against a 'race to the bottom' on regulation.

Capital / Liquidity

NZ Finance Minister Sides With Banks in RBNZ Cash Consultation Row

By Editors | 05/03/2026

Nicola Willis agrees banks were given insufficient notice for a major cash-access consultation, following an admission from the central bank governor.

Fintech / Regtech

Philippine Rural Banks Warn New Rules Could Stifle Inclusion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/03/2026

An industry group is urging the BSP to rethink proposed prudential rules, arguing that steep capital requirements and geographic limits could harm digitalisation.