Capital / Liquidity

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Financial Stability Report Flags Risks From Global Tensions, AI Boom

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

Hong Kong’s banking sector remains resilient but faces risks from global uncertainties and the AI boom, the HKMA says.

Capital / Liquidity

Bank Indonesia Launches FX Repo Facility to Deepen Markets

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

The central bank will allow its foreign currency securities to be used as collateral in new repo transactions to boost liquidity and support the rupiah.

Securities / Derivatives

China Issues Largest QDII Quota Increase Since 2021

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

The USD 5.3 billion increase comes amid high investor demand and a new regulatory push to prioritise public funds.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Finalises Capital Rules to Bolster Australian Annuity Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

APRA has finalised amendments to its capital framework for life insurers, aiming to foster innovation in retirement products.

Capital / Liquidity

RBI Delays Capital Market Norms, Eases Bank Capital Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

The deferral to 1 July follows industry pushback and is accompanied by key clarifications on acquisition finance and capital adequacy for bank exposures.

Capital / Liquidity

South Korea Mandates Coordinated Support for Small Businesses

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

The FSC and MSS have partnered with private banks and public agencies to create a one-stop support network for struggling firms.

Capital / Liquidity

HKMA Flags Gaps in Bank Liquidity Planning for Resolution

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

HKMA has urged institutions to upgrade liquidity models, citing weaknesses exposed in recent industry-wide stress tests.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Policy Lenders Form 'One Team' to Expand Productive Finance

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

Six state-backed financial institutions have signed an MOU to coordinate support for innovation industries, following a directive from the FSC.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Launches KRW 5 Trillion Bond Buyback to Calm Markets

By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

The emergency measure to stabilise bond yields is part of a wider economic response plan that also includes a supplementary budget.