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2026-03-24•Global•International Monetary Fund
The IMF's 2026 Article IV consultation for Greece highlights robust growth from domestic demand and Next Generation EU reforms, though the outlook is uncertain due to Middle East conflicts. The IMF notes manageable financial stability risks, recommending fiscal prudence, structural reforms, and targeted energy-price support. The Bank of Greece has raised the countercyclical capital buffer to 0.5%, effective October 2026, with further tightening advised if systemic risks increase.
Policy & regulationInternational standards & recommendationsEconomic data and developments
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2026-03-24•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority announced the admission of 22 senior executives to the Hong Kong Academy of Finance's Financial Leaders Programme 2026. The programme, launched in 2022, aims to enhance leadership skills and understanding of financial issues among executives from banking, insurance, investment banking, asset management, and regulatory bodies.
Institutional developmentCooperation & capacity buildingLeadership change and appointments
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2026-03-24•Solomon Islands•Central Bank of the Solomon Islands
The Central Bank of the Solomon Islands held a workshop to validate the Solomon Islands Inclusive Green Finance Roadmap 2026–2030, aimed at enhancing financial services for climate resilience and inclusion. The roadmap outlines actions such as developing green financial products and improving climate risk awareness and ESG practices. Feedback from the workshop will be integrated into the final roadmap, supported by the Greening the Pacific Financial Systems programme.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesClimate risk and sustainable financeFinancial inclusion
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2026-03-24•United States•Federal Reserve Board
Federal Reserve Board Governor Michael S. Barr, at the National Community Investment Conference, emphasized the Community Reinvestment Act's role in fostering bank support for low- and moderate-income communities. He highlighted mechanisms like the New Markets Tax Credit and low-income housing tax credit in generating private investment and supporting community development. Barr also noted the Federal Open Market Committee's decision to maintain the policy rate, citing the need for stability while inflation remains above the 2 percent target.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretation
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2026-03-24•Australia•Australian Securities & Investments Commission
The Australian Securities & Investments Commission (ASIC) has extended the intra-fund transfer relief for superannuation trustees until 1 April 2031 through ASIC Corporations (Intra-fund Transfers) Instrument 2026/688. This extension maintains exemptions from application form and cooling-off period requirements for trustees of APRA-regulated superannuation funds during intra-fund transfers. The decision follows consultation, with all submissions supporting it.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-03-24•Australia•Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) released its Insurance Climate Vulnerability Assessment, highlighting climate-related impacts on home insurance affordability and the protection gap in Australia by 2050. The assessment, involving five major insurers, projects uninsured homes could rise from one in seven to one in four, with rural areas facing a protection gap over 40%. APRA warns of increased uninsured losses, heightened credit risk, and greater reliance on government support, and plans to engage with stakeholders to address these risks.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsClimate risk and sustainable financeStress testing
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2026-03-24•Australia•Australian Financial Complaints Authority
The Australian Financial Complaints Authority (AFCA) has released a new External Dispute Resolution Response Guide for superannuation complaints related to insurance cancellation. The guide aims to enhance collaboration with superannuation trustees by ensuring key information is provided early, facilitating quicker resolutions. It is part of AFCA's efforts to assist member firms in preparing comprehensive responses to unresolved referrals.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationComplaints and dispute resolution
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2026-03-23•Japan•Japan Financial Services Agency
The Japan Financial Services Agency, Cabinet Secretariat, and Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry released the Human Capital Visualization Guidelines (Revised Edition). This update provides a framework for companies to align human resources strategies with management strategies and enhance human capital disclosure for investor dialogue. The guidelines include strategy-focused disclosure examples and were reviewed by the Study Group on Visualization of Non-Financial Information.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationDisclosures
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2026-03-23•Kyrgyzstan•National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic approved Marina Petrov as Chairman of the Audit Committee for Kyrgyz Investment and Credit Bank. The decision was made on March 19, 2026.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointmentsAuditing
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2026-03-23•Kyrgyzstan•National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic has extended Green Telecom Service LLC's license to issue payment cards for the O!Money electronic wallet until 20 September 2026. The extension, approved by the Committee on Payment System and Digital Financial Technologies, adheres to the license's terms, allowing issuance as virtual or physical cards.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence approval
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2026-03-23•Japan•Japan Financial Services Agency
The Japan Financial Services Agency has launched a new chatbot on its website using the Digital Agency’s Govbot platform, replacing the previous automated response system. The conventional chatbot will cease operations on 31 March 2026. Users are advised to review Govbot’s terms of use, with general inquiries directed to the Financial Service User Consultation Office.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsFintech and insurtech
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2026-03-23•Japan•Japan Financial Services Agency
The Japan Financial Services Agency finalized revisions to its notice on economic value-based solvency regulations for insurers, updating classifications for calculating solvency-equivalent amounts and aligning with qualified rating agency ratings. Linked to the Insurance Business Act Enforcement Regulations, the revisions include updated calculation methods and Commissioner-determined references for insurer solvency. The revised notice will be effective from 31 March 2026.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsPrudential risks
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2026-03-23•Peru•Superintendencia de Banca, Seguros y AFP del Peru
Peru's Superintendency of Banking, Insurance and Private Pension Funds (SBS) released a non-mandatory guide for financial institutions to integrate sustainability criteria into governance, strategy, risk management, and disclosure. The guide follows a principles-based, proportional approach, allowing flexible adoption based on entity-specific factors. It serves as a reference for future regulatory requirements under SBS's Climate Change and Sustainable Finance Roadmap.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationClimate risk and sustainable financeDisclosures
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2026-03-23•Kosovo•Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo
Deputy Governor Dardan Fusha of the Central Bank of Kosovo emphasized digital payments' role in enhancing efficiency, security, and transparency to combat tax evasion during a Global Money Week panel. He discussed efforts to integrate into the Single Euro Payments Area and develop a fast payments system with the Bank of Italy to improve payment speed, safety, and cost-effectiveness. The panel also addressed expanding access to payment infrastructure to boost competition, innovation, and financial inclusion.
Financial literacy & educationCross-border paymentsFinancial inclusion
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2026-03-23•Poland•Polish Financial Supervision Commission (KNF)
The Polish Financial Supervision Commission's CSIRT published its Annual Report on Cybersecurity 2025, highlighting a complex cyberthreat landscape with increased attacks on technology and IT service providers, raising supply chain risks. The report details 41,751 dangerous domains, 9,751 blocked fraudulent ads, and 787 DDoS attacks, alongside 274 ICT incident reports under DORA. CSIRT KNF issued 625 threat warnings and 70 recommendations, noting heightened ransomware activity and proactive monitoring of data-leak publications.
SupervisionRisk monitoring & watch pointsCyber resilience
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2026-03-23•Brazil•Brazilian Pension Funds Authority (PREVIC)
The Brazilian Pension Funds Authority (PREVIC) will host a Conexões PREVIC virtual seminar on ESG and investments in closed pension funds, focusing on implementing updates from PREVIC Resolution 26/2025. The seminar will address principles, conduct, and ESG materiality, and will be livestreamed on PREVIC’s YouTube channel on 27 March.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationESG
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2026-03-23•Belgium•Belgium Financial Services and Markets Authority
The Belgium Financial Services and Markets Authority (FSMA) warned about fraudulent WhatsApp groups promoting dubious investment tips and trading apps. The FSMA identified unlawful entities, including Nanolite Foundation and app brands like BLRKX and GS FLUX, advising consumers to verify authorisation using its Check your provider tool. Consumers are urged to exit these groups, block administrators, and report fraud to the FSMA and police.
SupervisionAlertsFraud and scams
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2026-03-23•United States•Commodity Futures Trading Commission
Commodity Futures Trading Commission Chairman Michael S. Selig outlined priorities including enhanced coordination with the Securities and Exchange Commission and reassessment of Dodd-Frank Act rulemakings to reduce unnecessary costs. The CFTC-SEC harmonization aims to eliminate duplicative regulation and improve clarity, supported by a memorandum of understanding. Selig also noted emerging responsibilities in AI, crypto, and prediction markets.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesOther
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2026-03-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The IMF Executive Board concluded the 2026 Article IV consultation with Morocco, affirming its continued qualification for the Flexible Credit Line (FCL). The review notes strong growth driven by agriculture and infrastructure, alongside challenges like unemployment and external uncertainties. Morocco plans to maintain the FCL as precautionary and aims for a gradual exit based on external risk developments.
ResearchEconomic data and developments
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2026-03-23•Canada•Financial Transactions and Reports Analysis Centre of Canada
FINTRAC released the final report from the Financial Industry Forum on AI Phase II, highlighting AI-related risks and opportunities in Canadian financial services. The report introduces the AGILE framework, focusing on strategic risks, cybersecurity threats, consumer protection, and financial stability, with priorities including enhanced oversight, governance, and AI literacy. The findings reflect individual insights from forum participants and are not official guidance from FINTRAC or other Canadian authorities.
Policy & regulationCooperationArtificial intelligence
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2026-03-23•Canada•Bank of Canada
The Bank of Canada announced the departure of Deputy Governor Rhys Mendes on April 10 and the retirement of Deputy Governor Sharon Kozicki on July 15. An internal recruitment process will be conducted to fill both positions. Mendes and Kozicki have been instrumental in overseeing international and domestic economic analyses, respectively.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-03-23•Luxembourg•Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances
The Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances has issued Circular Letter 26/6 amending Circular Letter 24/2 on the separate and supplementary reports to be provided by approved statutory auditors of Luxembourg direct insurance undertakings. For the 2025 financial year, the supplementary report remains unchanged, while the separate report is updated to refine testing and breach assessment of investment limits for life insurance products linked to investment funds and to introduce new intragroup investment disclosure requirements, with revised questionnaires annexed.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsAuditing
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2026-03-23•Luxembourg•Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances
The Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances has issued Circular Letter 26/7 updating Circular Letter 24/3 on the “separate report” and “supplementary separate report” to be provided by approved auditors of Luxembourg reinsurance undertakings for the 2025 financial year. The separate report questionnaire is amended in the intragroup operations section to include new questions on investments in related undertakings and participations, requiring disclosure of maximum aggregated book values and detailed breakdowns by accounting line and counterparty.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationAuditing
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2026-03-23•Luxembourg•Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances
The Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances has issued Circular Letter 26/8 amending Circular Letter 22/10 on annual reporting by reinsurance undertakings, clarifying rather than redesigning requirements. Key changes tighten the definition of the financial year and reference date for returns and information sheets, refine instructions on geographic allocation of premiums, staff number reporting and expense reconciliations, and codify three distinct reporting files for different reinsurer types. The circular also updates the list of supporting documents, replacing the Solvency II report reference with a separate complementary report by the statutory auditor.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsRegulatory reporting
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2026-03-23•Norway•Norwegian Finanstilsynet
Norway's Financial Supervisory Authority warns against Better Experience, Sagemaster, and DeepSage for unauthorized investment services, highlighting total loss risks. These firms, linked through AI-driven services, promote trading in forex and cryptoassets via unlicensed platforms like Tagmarkets. Norway’s Consumer Authority also cautioned against advertising illegal services, noting potential pyramid scheme similarities and emphasizing AI-driven investment tool risks.
SupervisionAlertsUnlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-03-23•Norway•Norwegian Finanstilsynet
The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority's ICT inspection report on Fremtind Forsikring AS highlights the need for clearer risk management and improved oversight of third-party ICT services. No material shortcomings were found, but the report emphasizes robust contingency testing, adequate resourcing, and enhanced incident follow-up. Fremtind is addressing these issues by renegotiating ICT service agreements and strengthening vendor management and training.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsOperational risk and resilience
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2026-03-23•Chile•Chile Financial Market Commission
Chile's Financial Market Commission (CMF) censured Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito Nacional para la Familia Limitada for charging interest above the Maximum Conventional Rate in 365 loan operations, totaling CLP 11,122,223. The breach, linked to the implementation of General Rule No. 484, was treated as a one-time effect, with corrective measures noted and excess amounts refunded.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsOther
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2026-03-23•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has requested information from Beast Industries regarding its acquisition of the financial technology app Step and its potential expansion into cryptocurrency and decentralized finance. Concerns were raised about protections for Step's young users, particularly in light of Step's partnership with Evolve Bank & Trust, which has faced scrutiny over a past bankruptcy and compliance issues. Warren seeks detailed responses by April 3, 2026.
OtherFintech and insurtechDeFi
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2026-03-23•Mozambique•Bank of Mozambique
Banco de Moçambique’s Monetary Policy Committee on 23 March 2026 kept the MIMO rate at 9.25 percent, pausing its 300 bp easing cycle that last saw a 25 bp cut in January. The hold reflects mounting inflation risks from the Middle East conflict, supply-chain and weather shocks and rising domestic debt, with the bank warning of higher near-term price pressures and a subdued recovery outlook.
Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-03-23•Greece•Hellenic Capital Market Commission
The Hellenic Capital Market Commission approved prospectuses for two Athens Stock Exchange transactions, including a continuity prospectus for the admission of 9,203,824 new shares of REAL CONSULTING S.A. and a prospectus for PREMIA S.A. for a public offer and listing of up to 150,000 bonds under a common bond loan of up to EUR 150,000,000. The Board also authorised the delisting of AKRITAS S.A. shares from the Athens Stock Exchange under Article 17(5) of Law 3371/2005.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsSecurities offerings and listings
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2026-03-23•Uruguay•Central Bank of Uruguay
The Central Bank of Uruguay published its Payment System Roadmap 2026–2030, setting strategic direction for the national payments ecosystem amid technological change and new business models, and reflecting recent Budget Law changes on clearing powers, repositories, authorisation and interoperability. The strategy has five pillars: competition and innovation, modern interoperable infrastructure, financial education and user engagement, innovation in financial markets and data, and cybersecurity and operational continuity. Planned workstreams include interoperable infrastructure, deepening fast payments, implementing open finance, strengthening cybersecurity, and modernising critical systems using international standards.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesPayments and payment systems
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2026-03-23•Aruba•Central Bank of Aruba
The Central Bank of Aruba’s latest external sector Economic Outlook projects sustained balance of payments surpluses for 2025–2029, keeping international reserves at adequate levels. In Q1 2025, the surplus was AWG 319.1 million, driven by a current account surplus of AWG 534.5 million and a financial account net outflow of AWG 197.8 million. Reserves are projected to cover 7.9–8.6 months of current account payments and remain above the IMF’s Assessing Reserve Adequacy upper bound. The bank cited downside risks from weaker tourism, geopolitical tensions, higher inflation, labour market tightness, investment delays and fiscal policy changes.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-03-23•Moldova•National Bank of Moldova
The National Bank of Moldova's Governor Anca Dragu addressed the EBA Business Outlook event, emphasizing financial stability, structural reforms, and regulatory alignment for Moldova's economic growth and EU integration. Dragu highlighted Moldova's accession to the Single Euro Payments Area and the MIA instant payments system's performance. She noted progress in aligning Moldova's legal and regulatory framework with EU standards, including transposing EU banking requirements and modernizing prudential supervision.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsCross-border cooperationMarket development
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Central Bank
European Central Bank Executive Board member Piero Cipollone detailed the Eurosystem’s strategy for Europe’s tokenised capital markets, emphasizing central bank money settlement on DLT and a European tokenised financial ecosystem blueprint. Cipollone addressed market fragmentation and the absence of a common on-chain settlement asset, highlighting Pontes and Appia as key programmes. Pontes will connect market DLT platforms with existing services by 2026, while Appia aims to provide a comprehensive blueprint by 2028, with public consultation ongoing.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsTokenization
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2026-03-23•Bermuda•Ministry of Finance (Bermuda)
Bermuda's Ministry of Finance announced that Premier and Minister of Finance David Burt will visit London and Luxembourg to enhance financial services cooperation. In London, Burt will co-host a dinner at the Palace of Westminster to introduce the new Bermuda All-Party Parliamentary Group, chaired by Alicia Kearns MP. The visit also includes meetings with the Government of Luxembourg and the Luxembourg Insurance and Reinsurance Association.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Central Bank
ECB Executive Board member Philip R. Lane discussed AI's uncertain impact on the euro area economy, productivity, employment, and inflation. The ECB aims for systematic AI implementation by 2027, amid rising AI adoption and digital investment lagging behind the US. Lane noted financing frictions for AI investment and risks for banks, while the ECB enhances its digital capabilities with machine-learning tools and a central banking digitalisation programme.
Institutional developmentTechnology & data transformationArtificial intelligence
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2026-03-23•Serbia•National Bank of Serbia
The National Bank of Serbia imposed measures on Prokredit banka a.d. Beograd after finding its digital advertising campaign on Rakuten Viber violated Serbia’s Law on Consumer Protection. The bank was fined and ordered to prevent recurrence, improve employee training, and address shortcomings, including inadequate highlighting of mandatory warnings under the Law on the Protection of Financial Services Users.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsSales and distribution
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2026-03-23•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority has implemented amendments to its anti-money laundering and countering the financing of terrorism framework for the virtual asset service provider sector, effective 20 March 2026. These changes, developed with the Department of Home Affairs and the Treasury, include updates to the Travel Rule regime and related regulations. Sector guidance is being updated to align with these legislative changes.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsAML and CFT
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2026-03-23•Poland•Central Bank of Poland
Poland’s Financial Stability Committee, chaired by a Central Bank of Poland board member, maintained the countercyclical capital buffer rate at 2%, effective from 30 September 2026. The current rate is 1%. The Committee noted decreased legal risk from foreign currency housing loans and highlighted geopolitical risk as most significant. It reviewed the Consumer Credit Act, expressing concerns over free credit sanction provisions and creditworthiness assessment, and will report to the European Systemic Risk Board on commercial real estate sector vulnerabilities.
Policy & regulationOtherFinancial stability and systemic riskMacroprudential policy and tools
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2026-03-23•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority reminded businesses to submit their 2025 AML/CFT Annual Statistical Return via STRIX by 3 April 2026, highlighting outstanding submissions. Recurring issues include incorrect permissions, inconsistencies in customer figures, and incomplete reporting on third-party customer due diligence. Updated guidance and instructions for registering additional STRIX users have been provided.
SupervisionRegulatory reporting
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2026-03-23•United Arab Emirates•General Pension and Social Security Authority
The General Pension and Social Security Authority highlighted the UAE's pension framework supporting working mothers, noting women constitute 68% of insured contributors. Key features include combining their salary or pension with a deceased husband's pension and pension share redistribution under Federal Decree-Law No. 57 of 2023. The authority also emphasized flexible retirement provisions and the ability for women to purchase additional nominal service years to enhance pension value.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationDiversity and inclusion
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2026-03-23•Georgia•National Bank of Georgia
The National Bank of Georgia, co-organised by JPMorgan, is hosting a delegation of American investors to discuss Georgia's investment environment and macroeconomic outlook. The visit includes meetings with key officials and participation in the Second International Capital Markets Conference. This initiative aims to enhance cooperation with international institutional investors and share insights on investment opportunities.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-03-23•Georgia•National Bank of Georgia
The National Bank of Georgia has implemented a new data collection methodology using sex-disaggregated data to monitor financing to women entrepreneurs, supported by amendments to information disclosure regulations for banks. This initiative aims to establish MSME financing data by sex in Georgia, with regular quarterly reporting commencing in 2026.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsDiversity and inclusion
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2026-03-23•Dominican Republic•Pensions Superintendency (SIPEN)
The Pensions Superintendency (SIPEN) has awarded Parval Puesto de Bolsa the “Here We Know about Pensions” seal, the first brokerage firm in the Dominican Republic to receive this certification, after 74% of its staff completed specialised training on the Dominican Pension System. SIPEN highlighted that over 6,000 workers have been trained through the programme and stated it will continue promoting pension education among companies and individuals.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsOther
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank released an Occasional Paper summarizing insights from the Crypto-Asset Monitoring Expert Group (CAMEG) 2025 Conference, highlighting limited risks from crypto-assets under current regulations. The paper covers stablecoins, regulatory developments, and crypto-asset monitoring, and outlines CAMEG's 2026 focus on empirical research and data analysis to assess crypto-assets' impact on the traditional financial system.
ResearchStablecoins
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank updated its wage tracker, showing negotiated wage growth easing from 2025 to 2026 and stabilizing at around 2.6% by end-2026. The headline indicator was revised down by 0.1 percentage points, with the unsmoothed series showing growth of 3.0% in 2025 and 2.6% in 2026. The ECB plans to extend the tracker’s horizon to Q1 2027 in the July 2026 release as more agreements are signed.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank's Working Paper No 3202 estimates that interlinking payment systems across countries boosts trade by approximately 4% compared to non-linked pairs. Using data from 2021-2024, the study highlights that the trade uplift is significant, especially in regions with high cross-border payment costs, and is comparable to half the effect of a trade agreement. The findings align with the G20 cross-border payments roadmap and the Eurosystem’s TARGET Instant Payment Settlement service initiatives.
ResearchCross-border payments
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2026-03-23•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority and the Tanzania Insurance Dispute Mediator Office conducted an insurance education session for women entrepreneurs in Arusha Region. The session emphasized the importance of insuring businesses for disaster compensation and introduced a fast mediation process for insurance claims. Participants were also educated on utilizing formal financial systems for savings and various types of insurance.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-03-23•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority highlighted Deputy Insurance Commissioner Khadija Said's call for women at the Women in the Finance Sector Meeting to lead in public insurance education. The forum allows women in banking, insurance, and government to share experiences and develop strategies to enhance economic participation. TIRA and the Tanzania Insurance Ombudsman’s Office are participating in Women in the Finance Sector Week, which includes financial education and climate change initiatives.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-03-23•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
At the Women in the Financial Sector Conference, Tanzania’s Insurance Commissioner, Dr. Baghayo Saqware, urged the creation of insurance products for women, with TIRA supporting these initiatives. TIRA aims for 80% public insurance awareness by 2030. The conference included contributions from Zanzibar’s Minister Saada Mkuya and the Bank of Tanzania’s Deputy Governor Dr. Rahma Salim Mahfoudh.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesDiversity and inclusion
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2026-03-23•Ukraine•Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market
Ukraine’s National Commission on Securities and Stock Market, led by Chair Oleksii Semeniuk, met with TheCityUK to enhance cooperation for Ukraine's capital market development. Discussions with TheCityUK CEO Nicola Watkinson focused on the Commission’s 2026–2027 priorities, including internal transformation, corporate governance, and EU legislative alignment. They agreed to intensify efforts on municipal bond market development and private investor attraction.
Policy & regulationCooperationDomestic cooperation
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2026-03-23•Namibia•Bank of Namibia
The Bank of Namibia and the Namibia Financial Institutions Supervisory Authority have updated their Memorandum of Agreement to enhance cooperation in financial sector regulation. This includes a joint technical working group on responsible FinTech development and a framework for information sharing and oversight. The agreement aligns with Namibia's efforts to meet international standards, including NAMFISA's application to join the International Organization of Securities Commissions Multilateral Memorandum of Understanding.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-03-23•Germany•BaFin
The Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has published the Deutsches Aktieninstitut statement submitted in response to BaFin Consultation 01/2026.
Policy & regulationOther
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2026-03-23•Rwanda•Rwanda Capital Markets Authority
The Rwanda Capital Markets Authority emphasized the importance of business readiness and credibility for companies seeking to raise capital at the 2026 RSE Listings Forum. The CMA's Head of Market Development highlighted the regulatory framework supporting transparency and set expectations for sound governance and reliable financial reporting. The forum aimed to encourage businesses to leverage the capital market for growth.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationMarket development
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2026-03-23•Mexico•CONDUSEF
Mexico’s National Commission for the Protection and Defense of Users of Financial Services reported a 5.4% increase in financial-services complaints in Yucatán for the first two months of 2026, totaling 1,310 cases. The report highlighted MXN 7 million recovered for users, with a 50.9% favourable outcome rate. Commercial banking was the most complained-about sector, with unrecognised purchases and unattended product-cancellation requests as key issues.
Data & statisticsComplaints and dispute resolution
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2026-03-23•Central African Republic•Banking Commission of the Central African Republic
The Banking Commission of the Central African Republic published a communiqué from a CEMAC-France meeting that reaffirmed commitments to IMF-linked policy reforms, implementation of the January 2026 CEMAC summit recommendations and continued execution of national IMF-supported programs. The communiqué also highlighted structural reforms to improve the investment climate and a continued effort to strengthen and clean up the banking sector to expand financing for private projects. The next meeting is planned for 2027 in a CEMAC country.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & priorities
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2026-03-23•Dominican Republic•Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores de la Republica Dominicana
The Dominican Republic Superintendence of the Securities Market (SIMV) launched a children's storybook, "Little Investors, Volume I: Mateo discovers how to grow his savings," to introduce basic capital markets concepts to children. This initiative was part of the Central Bank's Economic and Financial Week 2026 and aligns with the Global Money Week initiative.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-03-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund released a country report for Burkina Faso, covering the fourth review under the Extended Credit Facility and a request for the Resilience and Sustainability Facility. The report highlights Burkina Faso's commitment to fiscal consolidation and governance amid challenges, projecting real GDP growth near 5.0% for 2026–28 with inflation below target, though risks remain tilted to the downside.
Policy & regulationPeer reviews and country evaluationsOther
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2026-03-23•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) will establish the Southeast Europe Technical Assistance Center (SEETAC) in Rome to enhance economic institutions and policymaking in Southeast Europe. SEETAC will serve Albania, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Kosovo, Montenegro, North Macedonia, Serbia, and Moldova, providing technical assistance on fiscal, monetary, and financial policies. Operations are set to begin by January 2027, complementing regional training from the IMF’s Joint Vienna Institute.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsOther
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2026-03-23•Canada•Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario, in collaboration with Durham College, will transition all Life Licence Qualification Program exams to in-person sittings from 1 July 2026 to enhance security and integrity. This move aims to curb misconduct and aligns with practices of other professional bodies in Ontario. Durham College will offer further implementation details online.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-03-23•Canada•Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario (FSRA) warned that Final Expense Ontario, related entities, and Hussain Ali Khan Mir are not licensed to conduct insurance business in Ontario. FSRA advised against purchasing insurance from these parties, noting they solicit life and health insurance through various channels. Consumers are cautioned that insurance from unlicensed agents may not be protected under Ontario’s Insurance Act and urged to report suspected fraud to local authorities and FSRA.
SupervisionAlertsUnlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-03-23•United States•U.S. Department of the Treasury
The U.S. Department of the Treasury launched the Artificial Intelligence Innovation Series, a public-private initiative to explore AI deployment and oversight in the U.S. financial system. The series will include four roundtables with stakeholders to identify AI use cases and approaches to scaling innovation while ensuring safety. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent emphasized the need for evolving governance and regulatory frameworks to support AI in financial services.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsArtificial intelligence
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2026-03-23•China•China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission
China Banking and Insurance Regulatory Commission head Li Yunze met with Temasek chairman Zhang Zhixian to discuss the international economic and financial environment. The meeting also covered the development of China’s financial markets and Temasek’s activities in China.
Policy & regulationCooperationOther
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2026-03-23•Central African Republic•Securities and Exchange Commission of Central Africa
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Central Africa reported on two Global Money Week 2026 events in Libreville focused on public financial education. An open day used a six-step learning exercise to explain saving, regulated investment, fraud risks, market actors and diversification, while a public conference stressed budget discipline, supervised investment and early financial awareness. The message was that investor protection also depends on stronger financial literacy.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-03-23•Switzerland•Federal Department of Finance (Switzerland)
Switzerland's Federal Department of Finance announced that Federal Councillor Karin Keller-Sutter will meet the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rachel Reeves, to discuss the Berne Financial Services Agreement (BFSA) and geopolitical challenges. The BFSA, effective since 1 January 2026, enhances cross-border market access in banking, insurance, asset management, and capital market infrastructure. Keller-Sutter will also meet Andrew Bailey, Governor of the UK’s central bank, and other UK representatives.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-03-23•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has instructed Advanced Connection Corporation to provide more information on its proposed private placement of 700 million shares, citing incomplete disclosures. Priced at THB 0.50 each, the shares are intended for Sky Avia Trading, Heli Asia Trading, and Mr. Wichai Wanavit, with Sky Avia and Heli Asia as related parties. The SEC seeks clarification on investor selection, expected benefits, and other details by 1 April 2026.
SupervisionRegulatory reportingCorporate governance
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2026-03-23•China•Central Bank of the Republic of China
People's Bank of China Governor Pan Gongsheng and Bank of Mongolia Governor Narenchaogete discussed economic and financial conditions and mutual interests, including financial cooperation.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-03-23•Global•International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation
The International Financial Reporting Standards Foundation has released educational resources to aid in the application of the third edition of the IFRS for SMEs Accounting Standard. The package includes new modules on intangible assets and share-based payment, webcasts on business combinations and revenue, and a podcast discussing implementation in Brazil.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-03-23•Chile•Chile Financial Market Commission
Chile’s Financial Market Commission censured Cooperativa de Ahorro y Crédito Nacional para la Familia Limitada for exceeding the Maximum Conventional Rate on 365 loans, resulting in excess charges of CLP 11,122,223. The breach, linked to the implementation of General Rule No. 484, was treated as a one-off, with corrective measures taken and refunds issued.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsOther
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2026-03-23•Spain•Bank of Spain
The Bank of Spain published a speech by Governor José Luis Escrivá on balancing functional autonomy and external oversight for supervisory institutions. He highlighted central banks' expanding roles and the need for tailored accountability mechanisms, citing legal frameworks and tools like parliamentary appearances and public reports. The speech linked these themes to the Bank's Strategic Plan 2030 and a self-assessment identifying governance and transparency improvements.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationOther
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2026-03-23•India•Securities & Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India (SEBI) revised the enhanced supervision framework for stock brokers and depository participants, easing reporting obligations by removing the need for brokers to report demat accounts to stock exchanges. The amendments align primary dealer brokers with existing bank broker exemptions and require tagging of all demat accounts, except those used solely for non-broking activities by primary dealers. Depositories must ensure demat account nomenclature remains unchanged and provide stock exchanges with account opening and closure details.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsRegulatory reporting
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2026-03-23•India•Securities & Exchange Board of India
SEBI approved regulatory measures for AIFs, FPIs, SIFs, InvITs, REITs, and conflict-of-interest rules for SEBI Members. Changes include AIF liquidation amendments, net settlement for FPIs, reduced SIF investment thresholds, and expanded InvITs and REITs options. SEBI revised "fit and proper person" criteria and endorsed new ethics and compliance structures.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-03-23•Estonia•Finantsinspektsioon
Estonia's Financial Supervision and Resolution Authority has reminded crypto asset service providers that they must comply with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation and obtain a licence from Finantsinspektsioon or cease services by 1 July 2026. Firms may operate under a Financial Intelligence Unit licence until then, but new applicants are unlikely to be licensed before the transition ends and must include wind-up plans, with expectations set for orderly cessation and protection of client assets.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence approval
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2026-03-23•Bosnia and Herzegovina•Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina
The Central Bank of Bosnia and Herzegovina has reappointed Marko Vidaković as Vice Governor for a second four-year term, overseeing Monetary Operations, Foreign Exchange Reserves, and Cash Management. His role includes coordinating activities across the central bank's main units and branches to ensure efficient operations.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-03-23•Netherlands•Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets released a keynote by Chair Laura van Geest, emphasizing the risks of ignoring discomfort in discussions, which can weaken supervision and governance. Van Geest highlighted the need for clearer communication, systematic countervailing views, and fostering an environment where criticism is valued to enhance decision-making quality.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitCorporate governance
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2026-03-23•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission (SSC) has instructed individuals listed in an attached notice to pay a fee of VND 1,000,000 for securities practice certificates, as per the Ministry of Finance’s Circular 25/2022/TT-BTC. Payments can be made via bank transfer to specified SSC accounts or directly at the SSC. Failure to complete the procedure within one year will result in certificate cancellation.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsLicensing and supervisory fees
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2026-03-23•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission (SSC) requires individuals listed in an attached schedule to pay a VND 1,000,000 fee for a securities practice certificate, as per the Ministry of Finance’s Circular 25/2022/TT-BTC. Payment can be made via bank transfer or directly at the SSC. Failure to complete the procedure within one year will result in certificate cancellation.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicensing and supervisory fees
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2026-03-23•Montenegro•Central Bank of Montenegro
The Central Bank of Montenegro celebrated Global Money Week with financial education activities for children and young people, including an Open Day for secondary school pupils on financial literacy and banking stability. The programme, from 16 to 22 March, featured workshops, school visits, and sessions on saving, payment security, and financial fraud. This initiative aligns with the Central Bank's 25th anniversary and its participation in the OECD-backed Global Money Week since 2012.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-03-23•Montenegro•Central Bank of Montenegro
The Central Bank of Montenegro (CBCG) and the Centre of Excellence in Finance (CEF) discussed future cooperation to support Montenegro's EU accession and alignment with European central banking standards. The CBCG aims to enhance its institutional capacity through knowledge exchange and best practices, linking this cooperation to its Needs Assessment project for organisational transformation. The meeting also addressed the upcoming CEF Governing Board meeting and Forum in Skopje as platforms for dialogue.
Institutional developmentCooperation & capacity buildingCapacity building
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2026-03-23•Poland•Central Bank of Poland
The Central Bank of Poland reported a PLN 46.7bn increase in the M3 money supply in February 2026, reaching PLN 2,761.7bn. This growth was driven by a rise in deposits and claims by households and local government institutions. Additionally, net debt increased for central government entities, other financial institutions, non-financial corporations, and households.
Data & statisticsMonetary data
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2026-03-23•Luxembourg•Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances
The Luxembourg Commissariat aux Assurances released Information Note 26/2 addressing unclaimed or dormant insurance contracts.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationClaims management
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2026-03-23•Greece•Hellenic Capital Market Commission
The Hellenic Capital Market Commission approved two follow-on prospectuses for Athens Stock Exchange transactions and granted the delisting of Akritas S.A. at the company’s request under Article 17(5) of Law 3371/2005. The approvals cover the admission to trading of 9,203,824 new shares of Real Consulting Business Information Technology Solutions as consideration for acquiring Open Technology Services, and a public offering and listing of 150,000 bonds by Premia Real Estate Investment Company under a bond loan of up to EUR 150,000,000.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsSecurities offerings and listings
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2026-03-23•Greece•Bank of Greece
The Bank of Greece reported a EUR 1.3 billion current account deficit for January 2026, shifting from a surplus the previous year, mainly due to declines in secondary and primary income accounts. Goods and services balances improved, with a notable increase in the services surplus driven by a stronger travel balance. The financial account saw EUR 2.2 billion in resident external liabilities and a EUR 4.2 billion increase in non-resident holdings of Greek bonds and Treasury bills.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-03-23•Thailand•Thailand Office of Insurance Commission
The Thailand Office of Insurance Commission updated its 2026 programme to enhance motor accident victim protection by training hospital personnel in the e-Claim system for initial compensation claims. The fourth session in the Northern region involved over 350 participants and included an "e-Claim Award" for hospitals excelling in submissions. The initiative, in collaboration with stakeholders, aims to improve claim processing speed, accuracy, transparency, and standardisation.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsOther
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2026-03-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Vu Le Tung Giang as Deputy Director of the Department for Safety of the Credit Institutions System. Giang previously led safety policy for cooperative banks, people’s credit funds, and microfinance institutions. The appointment was announced at an internal conference with senior SBV officials.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-03-23•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Ms. Do Thi Thu Huong as Deputy Head of the Finance and Accounting Department, effective 19 March 2026. Ms. Huong previously led the Enterprise and Public Service Unit Management Division within the same department.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-03-23•Norway•Norwegian Finanstilsynet
The Financial Supervisory Authority of Norway has published an inspection report identifying serious deficiencies in SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge’s anti-money laundering framework, including weaknesses in risk assessment, customer due diligence, ongoing monitoring, internal control, training and transaction surveillance. The authority highlighted extensive gaps in customer information, outdated routines, long review intervals, and governance weaknesses, including in correspondent banking and terrorist financing risk. SpareBank 1 Nord-Norge has reported remediation, and the authority requires semi-annual progress reports and internal audit validation.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsAML and CFT
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2026-03-23•Italy•Italian Securities Commission (Consob)
The Italian Securities Commission (Consob) released its 2026 regulatory activities plan, outlining areas for rulemaking and regulatory impact assessments. The plan includes adopting general regulatory acts and reviewing existing measures, with potential amendments during the year.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesOther
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority and the EU Agency for the Space Programme released a white paper on using Copernicus Earth Observation data to enhance supervision of natural catastrophes and assess impacts on Europe's insurance sector. It highlights satellite-based data's potential for risk identification, scenario design, and post-event loss estimation, with applications in mapping affected areas and integrating with Solvency II reporting.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationClimate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-03-23•Hong Kong•Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (Hong Kong)
The Financial Services and the Treasury Bureau (FSTB) of Hong Kong welcomed Manulife (International) Limited's plan to expand its investment and operations in Hong Kong, including further investment in artificial intelligence. This aligns with FSTB's policy agenda to promote responsible AI adoption by financial institutions, supported by the 2026-27 Budget and the October 2024 Policy Statement on AI. The FSTB also noted the Insurance Authority's authorization of a captive insurer by China National Nuclear Corporation.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesArtificial intelligence
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2026-03-23•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a scam alert about fraudulent websites, fake internet banking login screens, and phishing messages linked to banks, including The Bank of East Asia and OCBC Bank (Hong Kong). The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with transaction links or request sensitive information. Affected individuals should contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.
SupervisionAlertsFraud and scams
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank updated its wage tracker, incorporating agreements up to February 2026, showing easing wage pressures with growth stabilizing at 2.6% by year-end. The tracker indicates revised wage growth of 3.2% in 2025 and 2.3% in 2026, influenced by earlier one-off payments. The ECB notes the forward-looking component is based on current agreements and may be revised, with plans to extend the horizon to early 2027 in the next update.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-03-23•Taiwan•Central Bank of Taiwan
The Central Bank of Taiwan published February 2026 turnover statistics for the Taipei foreign exchange market, reporting total net trading volume of USD 755.6 billion and average daily turnover of USD 54.0 billion. New Taiwan dollar against United States dollar trades accounted for USD 365.9 billion, foreign exchange swaps USD 371.1 billion, and spot transactions USD 337.8 billion, while banks’ turnover in interest rate swaps and options reached USD 6.2 billion and USD 3.9 billion, respectively.
Data & statisticsForeign exchange policy and markets
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2026-03-23•Europe•European Banking Authority
The European Banking Authority (EBA) released its Q4 2025 Risk Dashboard, highlighting the EU/EEA banking sector's robust capitalisation, liquidity, and asset quality amid global uncertainties. The new CRR3/CRD6 dashboard, replacing the Basel 3 report, projects key capital metrics through 2030, with the average CET1 ratio expected to be 15.3% under fully loaded CRR3 implementation. No capital shortfalls are anticipated before 2030, but a EUR 12.7bn shortfall is projected post-output floor.
Data & statisticsAsset qualityCapital adequacyLiquidity risk
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2026-03-23•Oman•Oman Financial Services Authority
The Oman Financial Services Authority clarified that under the unified motor insurance policy, both comprehensive and third-party cover include protection for damage from natural disasters such as hail, wadis and storms, provided policyholders take necessary precautions and comply with Royal Oman Police instructions. It warned that intentional wadi crossing, non-compliance with official instructions or leaving vehicles in wadi paths without precautions may forfeit compensation rights, and highlighted that under Article 49/8 of the Omani Traffic Law such conduct may also attract imprisonment of up to three months or a fine of up to OMR 500.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationOther
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2026-03-23•Paraguay•Central Bank of Paraguay
The Central Bank of Paraguay has opened an online platform for citizens to obtain Debt Status reports from the Credit Risk Center through its website. Users must log in with Electronic Identity credentials. From May 1, 2026, this will be the only channel for these inquiries.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsCredit risk
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2026-03-23•Canada•Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario reminds individuals using the Financial Planner title to comply with Ontario’s title protection framework by holding an approved credential, with the transition period ending on March 28, 2026. After this date, unauthorized use may lead to enforcement under the Financial Professionals Title Protection Act, 2019. The transition applies to those using the title since January 1, 2020, and FSRA advises checking credential approval status.
SupervisionAlertsLicensing framework and process
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2026-03-23•Russia•Central Bank of Russia
The Central Bank of Russia said microloan issuance by microfinance organisations stabilized at about RUB 2 trillion in 2025 and portfolio growth slowed to 0.7% by late 2025. It attributed the slowdown to tighter borrower-protection measures, including verified income requirements and car loan limits for highly indebted borrowers. The review also noted a shift toward credit-limit products and the launch of state micromortgage companies in six regions.
ResearchLendingPrudential risks
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2026-03-23•Russia•Central Bank of Russia
The Central Bank of Russia's March Business Climate Index fell to -0.1 points from 0.2 in February, indicating a decline in businesses' assessments of current output and demand. Despite this, companies' expectations for the next three months improved, while price expectations remained stable and below the fourth quarter 2025 average.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-03-23•Austria•Austria Financial Market Authority
Austria's Financial Market Authority reported a 4.0% decline in the exchange rate-adjusted outstanding volume of foreign currency loans to private households in Q4, totaling EUR 5.23 billion. Since the 2008 ban on new FX lending, the stock has decreased by EUR 44.1 billion or 91%, with nearly all loans in Swiss francs. The FMA advises credit institutions to engage borrowers annually, with most loans expected to mature between 2029 and 2033.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicatorsSupervisory data