International

Big Picture

Asset Price Correction Could Jeopardise Financial Stability: IMF

By Editors | 31/01/2021

Policymakers should be prepared for the risks of a market correction as complacent investors bet on continued policy support and drive up valuations, the IMF warns.

Big Picture

More Central Banks Advancing CBDC Work: BIS Report

By Manesh Samtani | 29/01/2021

CBDCs need to be linked to a digital identity in order to be useful in achieving financial inclusion, said BIS general manager Agustín Carstens.

Securities / Derivatives

IOSCO Offers Guidance on Enhancing Complaint Handling Mechanisms

By Editors | 28/01/2021

IOSCO has published a new report to help jurisdictions identify and address gaps in their complaint handling and redress systems.

Big Picture

BigTechs in Finance Needs More Comprehensive Regulatory Approach

By Manesh Samtani | 28/01/2021

Rules for designating financial institutions as systemically important should be redefined so they can be applied to BigTech entities, says Agustín Carstens.

Crypto / Digital Assets

OECD Paper Identifies Regulatory Issues in Asset Tokenisation

By Editors | 27/01/2021

As markets for tokenised assets develop and grow in size, so too will the need to safeguard investors, consumers and financial stability.

Capital / Liquidity

BIS Launches Second Green Bond Fund, Denominated in Euro

By Editors | 25/01/2021

The fund is part of an initiative to help central banks incorporate environmental sustainability objectives in the management of their reserves and capital.

Market Infrastructure

ISDA IBOR Fallbacks Supplement, Protocol Come Into Effect

By Editors | 25/01/2021

More than 12,000 entities across nearly 80 jurisdictions have so far adhered to the protocol, which will remain open for adherence.

Market Infrastructure

CPMI Calls for Global Input on Cross-border Payments Agenda

By Editors | 25/01/2021

Authors should submit research papers by 27 January 2021. Industry expert responses to questions should be submitted by 8 February 2021.

ESG / Sustainability

GRI Updates Disclosure Standards to Align with SDGs

By ESG Investor | 24/01/2021

New guidance for corporates from the Global Reporting Initiative will help asset owners track their contributions to the UN Sustainable Development Goals.