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2026-02-04•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public scam alert following reports from Industrial and Commercial Bank of China (Asia) Limited about phishing scams involving instant messages, fraudulent websites, and emails. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not request sensitive information through SMS, email, or phone, and advised affected individuals to contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.
SupervisionAlertsFraud and scams
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2026-02-04•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA) issued a warning about a fraudulent website and login screens impersonating its official site, using domains like hkma-gov.org. The HKMA emphasized no connection to these sites, does not engage with individuals on personal financial matters, and advised reporting any fraud to the Hong Kong Police Force.
SupervisionAlertsFraud and scams
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2026-02-04•Europe•European Commission
The European Commission reaffirmed its commitment to the "right to be forgotten" for cancer patients in financial services, with plans to issue guidance in 2026. The 2023 Consumer Credit Directive, effective from 20 November 2026, prohibits using cancer history in insurance policies for consumer credit, reflecting ongoing dialogue under Europe’s Beating Cancer Plan.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationConsumer and investor protection
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2026-02-04•Europe•Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism
The Authority for Anti-Money Laundering and Countering the Financing of Terrorism (AMLA) released its first multi-year Single Programming Document for 2026-2028, outlining priorities like completing the Single Rulebook, enhancing supervisory convergence, and strengthening cooperation among Financial Intelligence Units. The plan includes delivering core regulatory mandates, advancing supervision, and scaling operations, with staff numbers projected to increase significantly by 2027.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesAML and CFT
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2026-02-04•Cuba•Central Bank of Cuba
The Central Bank of Cuba announced that its auditors have signed a Code of Ethics, reinforcing their commitment to honesty, dedication, and patriotism in audit and supervision activities. This initiative aims to enhance transparency and protect national assets, with senior audit staff emphasizing the obligation to uphold professional and ethical standards.
Institutional developmentGovernanceAuditing
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2026-02-04•Tanzania•Tanzania Capital Market and Securities Authority
The Tanzania Capital Market and Securities Authority has launched the iTrust EAC Large Cap Exchange Traded Fund, the first regional exchange traded fund in East Africa.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsSecurities offerings and listingsMarket development
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2026-02-04•Brazil•Brazil Securities Commission (CVM)
The Brazil Securities Commission (CVM) approved a settlement with Rita Cristiane Ribeiro Carvalho, who agreed to pay BRL 277,200 over alleged disclosure irregularities. Settlement proposals from GDC Partners and Carolina Pestana Coelho were rejected due to legal impediments, the seriousness of the alleged conduct, and unsatisfactory terms. The GDC Partners case involved potential fraud with a financial volume exceeding BRL 300 million, while Coelho's case involved disclosure failures.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsOther
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2026-02-04•Global•International Actuarial Association
The International Actuarial Association is consulting on three draft educational papers from its 2024 Artificial Intelligence Task Force, with comments due by 28 February 2026, and seeks nominations for a task force to develop vendor-neutral training on catastrophe modelling outputs. Program details for the IAA Council and Committee Meetings in Ljubljana have been released, with registration closing on 24 April 2026.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationOther
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2026-02-04•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued guidance to motor finance lenders to mitigate consumer harm from multiple professional representatives in commission complaints, emphasizing prompt communication and resolution. This follows the FCA's October 2025 guidance and aligns with the upcoming Motor Finance Consumer Redress Scheme, with final rules expected by March 2026, as the complaint handling pause ends in May 2026.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationComplaints and dispute resolution
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2026-02-04•United Kingdom•Prudential Regulation Authority
The Prudential Regulation Authority has published a discussion paper on its Future Banking Data programme, outlining incremental reforms to banking data collections to reduce reporting costs and improve data relevance, quality and timeliness. The paper sets out four guiding principles, highlights key trade-offs in data design, and identifies potential future phases including further template deletions, simplified reporting rules, clearer instructions and a data dictionary approach for PRA-authorised UK banks, building societies, PRA-designated UK investment firms and relevant group entities.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesRegulatory reporting
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2026-02-04•Estonia•Central Bank of Estonia
The Central Bank of Estonia reported fourth-quarter 2025 cash circulation statistics, noting issuance of 8.5 million banknotes worth EUR 286.7 million and 1.77 million coins worth EUR 1.32 million, with the EUR 50 banknote and EUR 2 coin being the most issued. The report also highlighted decreased ATM cash withdrawals and deposits year-on-year, the conclusion of a joint coin exchange programme, ongoing kroon-to-euro exchanges, and counterfeit currency incidents registration.
Data & statisticsCurrency and cash management
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2026-02-04•Australia•Australian Prudential Regulation Authority
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority's Deputy Chair, Margaret Cole, emphasized an intensified supervisory focus on enhancing superannuation trustee standards in operational risk management, cyber controls, and investment governance to bolster fund resilience and safeguard retirement savings. APRA will maintain scrutiny on governance shortcomings and employ stricter licence conditions to address deficiencies promptly.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitOperational risk and resilience
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2026-02-04•Nigeria•Central Bank of Nigeria
The Central Bank of Nigeria's January 2026 Purchasing Managers’ Index (PMI) survey shows a composite PMI of 55.7, marking the fourteenth consecutive month of economic expansion. Industry, services, and agriculture sectors all reported PMI readings above 50, with 31 of 36 subsectors expanding. Notably, Motion Pictures, Cinema, Sound Recording, and Music Production led growth, while Transportation Equipment saw the largest decline.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-02-04•China•Central Bank of the Republic of China
The People's Bank of China outlined its 2026 credit market priorities at the Credit Market Work Conference, focusing on enhancing financial services for major strategies, expanding consumption support, and mitigating local government financing platform debt risks. The agenda includes improving financial mechanisms, implementing structural monetary policy tools, and supporting local governments' market-oriented financing transformations.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & priorities
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2026-02-04•Chile•Central Bank of Chile
The Central Bank of Chile released its Survey of Price Determinants and Expectations, highlighting stable selling prices and lower median inflation expectations. Firms reported neutral selling prices, reduced cost pressures, and improved profit margins, with unchanged expectations for raising prices over the next 12 months. The survey data, collected in late 2025, is accessible on the Central Bank's website and Statistical Database.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-02-04•Egypt•Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority
The Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority's Committee for the Establishment and Licensing of Companies approved licenses for Arab African International Securities and Bonds Trading and Al Ahly Pharos Securities Trading to conduct futures brokerage. Additionally, SAFE Real Estate Investment Fund was authorized to operate a real estate investment fund, in line with the FRA chairman’s Decision No. 3060 of 2023.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence approval
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2026-02-04•Egypt•Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority
The Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority and the Central Bank of Egypt held a meeting to enhance financial inclusion and expand access to services. Discussions focused on supporting small and micro enterprises, integrating financially excluded groups, and improving women's access to finance. The authorities aim to protect market participants' rights and support Egypt's transition to a digital and inclusive economy through data exchange.
Policy & regulationCooperationFinancial inclusionFinancial literacy and education
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2026-02-04•India•Securities & Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India, in collaboration with Market Infrastructure Institutions including BSE and NSE, launched a PAN-India Bond Issuer Outreach Program in Mumbai to enhance India's corporate bond ecosystem. This initiative includes a documentary and investor awareness videos to boost understanding and participation in the corporate bond market.
Financial literacy & educationMarket developmentCorporate governance
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2026-02-04•India•Securities & Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India revised the order-to-trade ratio disincentive framework for algorithmic orders, exempting equity option contracts and excluding designated market maker activity from calculations, effective 6 April 2026. Orders within ±0.75% of the last traded price remain exempt from penalties, with specific exemptions for equity option contracts, while stock exchanges must amend regulations and inform participants.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsTrading
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2026-02-04•South Korea•South Korea Financial Supervisory Service
South Korea's Financial Supervisory Service reported corporate financing through capital markets in 2025 totaled KRW289.9576 trillion, a 1.0% increase from the previous year, with equity issuance rising 55.4% and commercial papers and short-term bonds up 27.6%. Debt issuance slightly decreased by 0.7% to KRW276.2510 trillion, while corporate bond issuance grew 6.5% to KRW53.1260 trillion, with AA or higher ratings comprising 70.7% of the total.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicatorsSupervisory data
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2026-02-04•Global•Financial Action Task Force
The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) will hold its fifth Plenary under the Mexican Presidency in Mexico City from 11–13 February, focusing on mutual evaluation reports for Austria, Italy, and Singapore, and discussing evolving illicit finance threats and technological innovations. Nigeria and Jamaica will join under the FSRB Guest Initiative, with a summary of outcomes to be published post-meeting.
Policy & regulationPeer reviews and country evaluationsAML and CFT
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2026-02-04•United States•Federal Reserve Board
The Federal Reserve Board finalized the 2026 supervisory stress test scenarios for 32 large banks, maintaining current stress capital buffer requirements until 2027 to incorporate public feedback into its models. The scenarios include a severe global recession with significant stress in real estate and corporate debt markets, a peak US unemployment rate of 10%, and substantial asset price declines.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsStress testing
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2026-02-04•United States•Federal Reserve Board
Federal Reserve Board Governor Lisa D. Cook described the US economy as resilient but noted stalled inflation progress in 2025, supporting the Federal Open Market Committee's decision to keep the policy rate unchanged due to inflation risks. She highlighted a 2.9% rise in the personal consumption expenditures price index and core inflation of about 3%, attributing core goods inflation to higher tariffs, while noting easing in housing-services inflation and emerging economic strains among low- and moderate-income households.
Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-02-04•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs shared comments from Chairman Tim Scott previewing Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent's upcoming appearance, highlighting the bipartisan ROAD to Housing Act to expand housing supply and affordability. Scott emphasized the need for an independent Federal Reserve focused on price stability and mentioned ongoing efforts toward a digital assets compromise to protect consumers and community banks.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-02-04•Poland•Central Bank of Poland
Poland’s Monetary Policy Council left the National Bank of Poland’s reference rate at 4.00%, holding the lombard, deposit, rediscount and bill discount rates at 4.50%, 3.50%, 4.05% and 4.10% respectively. The pause follows a cumulative 175 bp of cuts between May and December 2025.
Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-02-04•Azerbaijan•Central Bank of Azerbaijan
The Central Bank of the Republic of Azerbaijan lowered all corridor parameters by 25 bp, cutting the refinancing rate to 6.5 % (corridor 5.5–7.5 %) after inflation fell to 5.2 %, within the 4 ± 2 pp target band. The move extends 2025’s 50 bp easing cycle and future action will depend on inflation projections.
Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-02-03•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has instructed agency banks to keep branches handling government transactions open on 31 March 2026, despite it being a public holiday, to ensure financial year-end accounting. Banks must also publicize the availability of these services.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-02-03•Bulgaria•Bulgaria Financial Supervision Commission
The Bulgaria Financial Supervision Commission updated its registers by adding a new tied agent and several professional training providers for insurance brokers, while removing a mutual fund and a state fund. It also approved a draft amendment to the ordinance on compulsory motor third-party liability and passenger accident insurance, open for public consultation until March 5, 2026.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsLicence approval
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2026-02-03•Kyrgyzstan•National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic
The National Bank of the Kyrgyz Republic fined two payment institutions in Bishkek a total of KGS 165,000 for breaches of national legislation and the bank's regulations.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsCompliance
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2026-02-03•Dominican Republic•Pensions Superintendency (SIPEN)
The Dominican Republic's Pensions Superintendency (SIPEN) awarded the “Aquí Sabemos de Pensiones” seal to the General Directorate of Information and Defense of Social Security Affiliates (DIDA), certifying that over 70% of DIDA’s staff possess the necessary knowledge of the Dominican pension system. SIPEN plans to extend this certification to other institutions aiming for the distinction.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-02-03•Angola•Angola Capital Markets Commission
The Angola Capital Markets Commission participated in Rádio Marginal FM's "Luanda Downtown" programme, discussing capital markets as an alternative financing source and emphasizing transparency, investor protection, and financial stability. The Commission detailed fundraising instruments, issuance requirements, and initiatives like the Programa Emergentes to broaden market access.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-02-03•Denmark•National Bank of Denmark
The National Bank of Denmark's January 2026 update shows a DKK 5.4 billion increase in the foreign-exchange reserve to DKK 673.9 billion, driven by net foreign-exchange purchases and government borrowing, with no market intervention. The central government's net financing requirement was DKK -2.2 billion, and banks' net position rose to DKK 327.3 billion, while policy rates remained unchanged since June 2025.
Monetary policyMonetary policy instruments & operationsForeign exchange policy and markets
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2026-02-03•Japan•Japan Financial Services Agency
The Japan Financial Services Agency has initiated a public consultation on draft amendments to the Cabinet Office Ordinance on Electronic Payment Instruments to expand the recognition of foreign trust beneficiary rights as electronic payment instruments, aligning them with Japan's legal framework. The amendments propose these rights not be classified as securities under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, with comments due by 17:00 on 5 March 2026.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsPayments and payment systems
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2026-02-03•Israel•Bank of Israel
The Bank of Israel's Q4 2025 review highlights a 3.5% shekel strengthening against the US dollar and euro, decreased shekel dollar volatility, and increased foreign exchange trading volumes. Institutional investors recorded net foreign exchange sales of USD 13.2 billion, while nonresidents and the business and financial sectors made net purchases, with nonresidents accounting for 85% of estimated spot and forward trading volume.
Data & statisticsForeign exchange policy and markets
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2026-02-03•Montenegro•Montenegro Capital Market Authority
The Montenegro Capital Market Authority has fulfilled its legislative obligations under Chapter 9 of Montenegro’s EU accession process, implementing reforms including a new Capital Market Law and laws on central counterparties, green and sustainable bonds, and benchmarks. These measures aim to enhance investor protection, transparency, and alignment with European standards.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsLicensing framework and process
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2026-02-03•Italy•Italian Securities Commission (Consob)
The Italian Securities Commission (Consob) reports that Italy's equity market reached a record EUR 1.077 trillion in 2025, despite a decline in listed companies and market liquidity. The report highlights the growing role of private equity, which significantly outpaces IPO proceeds, and notes the limited scale of domestic asset management and increased issuance of domestically listed bonds.
Research
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2026-02-03•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Insurance Authority
The Hong Kong Insurance Authority reported that 85% of claims related to the Wang Fuk Court fire have been processed, totaling nearly HKD 510 million, with 84% of general insurance and 90% of long-term insurance claims settled. Remaining claims require further inspections, and the Authority will continue coordination with the Hong Kong Federation of Insurers.
SupervisionRisk monitoring & watch pointsClaims management
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2026-02-03•Angola•Angola Capital Markets Commission
The Angola Capital Markets Commission conducted a workshop on capital markets fundamentals at Colégio “Os Pirilampos Mágicos” in Luanda, focusing on the financial system's role in channeling savings and the significance of capital markets for mobilizing and trading resources.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-02-03•Türkiye•Capital Markets Board of Türkiye
The Capital Markets Board of Türkiye concluded its 2026 winter-term education seminar for university students, aimed at enhancing capital markets visibility and financial literacy, hosting 124 students from 26 to 30 January 2026. The seminar included training on the Board's functions, Türkiye’s financial system, and a session on cyber risks and financial communication, with participants receiving certificates.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-02-03•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus set the reference interest rate at 11.62% under Article 314A of the Penal Code Law, which serves as the benchmark for determining if loan-related financial benefits exceed the statutory threshold, constituting an offence punishable by up to five years’ imprisonment, a fine up to EUR 30,000, or both.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsFinancial benchmarks
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2026-02-03•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus released its summary balance sheet statement for 31 December 2025.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicators
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2026-02-03•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority's final report on the premium finance market reveals a reduction in the cost of monthly insurance payments, saving consumers approximately GBP 157 million annually. While no market-wide changes like a price cap are planned, the FCA expects firms to ensure fair value under the Consumer Duty and will continue monitoring compliance, having shared examples of good and poor practices.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsConsumer and investor protection
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2026-02-03•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority announced the Upper Tribunal upheld its decision against Rangecourt SA, formerly Banque Havilland, and two former senior individuals for acting without integrity. Fines imposed were GBP 4 million on Rangecourt SA, GBP 352,000 on Edmund Rowland, and GBP 14,200 on Vladimir Bolelyy, with bans on Rowland and Bolelyy from financial services. The case involved a manipulative trading strategy to devalue the Qatari riyal, with Rowland and Bolelyy instrumental in the misconduct, including Rowland's deceit towards the FCA and in court.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsMarket abuse
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2026-02-03•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Prudential Regulation Authority and Financial Conduct Authority have announced the first cohort of banks and building societies in their Scale-up Unit, aimed at providing regulatory support to fast-growing firms. The program will help firms like Allica Bank and Zopa Bank navigate regulatory requirements, with future cohorts and expanded sector participation expected in 2026.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsMarket development
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2026-02-03•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority's final report on the UK premium finance market concludes that existing Consumer Duty and fair value requirements suffice without new interventions like a single Annual Percentage Rate (APR) cap. The report notes a 4.1 percentage point drop in average APRs since 2022, with ongoing monitoring and targeted supervision planned, particularly following Close Brothers Premium Finance's exit from retail broker relationships.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitLending
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2026-02-03•Greece•Bank of Greece
The Bank of Greece's Bank Lending Survey for Q4 2025 indicates stable credit standards and terms for non-financial corporations, with a slight increase in corporate loan demand, while household credit standards remained unchanged with eased housing loan terms. Banks anticipate unchanged credit standards and demand for both corporate and household lending in Q1 2026, with the next survey release set for 28 April 2026.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicatorsSupervisory data
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Securities and Markets Authority
The European Securities and Markets Authority has begun selecting its next Chair, a full-time independent role in Paris responsible for setting ESMA’s strategic direction and representing the Authority at the highest institutional level. The Chair will lead the Board of Supervisors and Management Board, oversee ESMA’s long-term strategy, and navigate potential changes from the European Commission’s legislative proposal on market integration and supervision.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Central Bank
In a keynote speech, European Central Bank Supervisory Board member Patrick Montagner emphasized the need for banks to balance digital innovation with governance and risk controls, particularly in AI, tokenisation, and cybersecurity. The ECB highlighted AI's widespread use among banks, systemic concentration risks, and the importance of frameworks like the Digital Operational Resilience Act for managing digital risks, with plans to continue monitoring AI and third-party dependencies in 2026.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitFintech and insurtechSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•France•France Autorite des marches financiers
France's Financial Markets Authority awarded the 2025 Young Researcher in Economics prize to Alexandre Madelaine for his research on investor information dissemination and its impact on investor behavior, including the effects of short-selling disclosures and retail investor forums. The EUR 5,000 prize, aimed at researchers under 35, was presented at the AMF Scientific Council meeting on 30 January 2026.
Other
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2026-02-03•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has upgraded its "SEC Check First" app with a "Latest Investor Alert" function and a new channel for reporting investment scams, aiming to enhance investor verification of capital market service providers and approved products. The SEC reported significant usage of its website and mobile app in 2025 and advised users to update the app for compatibility with new features.
SupervisionAlertsConsumer and investor protectionSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has revised regulations for securities and derivatives business operators to enhance responsible business practices and supervisory efficiency, effective 1 April 2026. Key changes include an outcome-based supervisory approach, stricter oversight mechanisms, and mandatory pre-implementation reporting of business changes to the SEC.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•Ukraine•National Bank of Ukraine
The National Bank of Ukraine reported that its special fundraising account for Ukraine's defence forces had a balance exceeding UAH 26.2 billion as of 1 February 2026, with cumulative receipts since February 2022 totalling nearly UAH 151 billion. In January 2026, over UAH 3.3 billion was allocated to defence needs, primarily to the Defence Procurement Agency and the Ministry of Defense.
Data & statisticsOther
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2026-02-03•United Kingdom•Bank of England
The Prudential Regulation Authority and the Financial Conduct Authority have announced the first cohort of six banks and building societies in their joint Scale-up Unit, aimed at providing tailored regulatory support to fast-growing firms. The initiative will help these firms navigate regulatory challenges, with plans to open expressions of interest for a second cohort later in 2026 and ongoing support available for smaller insurers.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsFintech and insurtech
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank's euro area Bank Lending Survey for Q4 2025 revealed unexpected tightening of credit standards for corporate loans (net 7%) and consumer credit (net 6%), while housing loans eased slightly (net -2%). For Q1 2026, banks anticipate further tightening across all loan categories and increased demand, with regulatory actions continuing to impact capital and liquidity.
Data & statisticsLending
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2026-02-03•Japan•Bank of Japan
The Bank of Japan released balance sheet data showing total assets of JPY 682.9 trillion, with Japanese government securities as the largest asset at JPY 545.6 trillion. Key liabilities included banknotes at JPY 117.4 trillion and current deposits at JPY 468.1 trillion.
Data & statisticsMonetary data
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2026-02-03•Spain•Spanish Securities Commission (CNMV)
The Spanish Securities Commission (CNMV) reports that digital assets are maturing with increased integration into traditional markets, driven by institutional adoption and technological advances. It highlights stablecoins' significant role, DeFi's supervision challenges, and gradual DLT adoption in securities markets, noting regulatory gaps and MiCA's exclusions.
ResearchFintech and insurtechDeFiBlockchain and distributed ledger technology
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Central Bank
European Central Bank Supervisory Board member Patrick Montagner highlighted ECB reports on potential EU banking rule revisions and operational measures to streamline euro area banking supervision, with changes starting in 2026. Key initiatives include a risk-focused supervisory approach, enhanced use of artificial intelligence, and efforts to simplify capital buffer presentations without lowering requirements.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Financial Reporting Advisory Group
The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (EFRAG) has issued two calls for expression of interest to enhance the adoption of the Voluntary reporting standard for SMEs (VSME) in the EU, focusing on mapping sustainability reporting initiatives and digital tools. Stakeholders have until 5 April 2026 to respond.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-02-03•Kuwait•Kuwait Capital Markets Authority
The Kuwait Capital Markets Authority has removed the Contractual Early Education Incubator Company and its related collective investment scheme from the Collective Investment Systems Register, effective February 2, 2026, following Resolution No. 175 of 2025, which mandated their cancellation and liquidation.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence withdrawal
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2026-02-03•Australia•Reserve Bank of Australia
The Reserve Bank of Australia’s Monetary Policy Board raised the cash-rate target by 25 bp to 3.85 % on 3 February 2026, reversing part of the 75 bp easing made in 2025. The move responds to a renewed rise in headline and underlying inflation driven by stronger private demand, tight labour conditions and capacity pressures, with the Board pledging data-dependent action to return price growth to its 2–3 % band.
Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-02-03•Netherlands•Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets
The Dutch Authority for the Financial Markets issued an enforcement update on Onafhankelijk Vermogensbeheer ’s Gravenhage B.V. (OVG) for non-compliance with investor protection rules, including suitability, product approval and review process, and cost transparency. OVG failed to collect adequate client information, lacked detailed target market descriptions, and did not provide clear cost disclosures. OVG is taking steps to address these issues and comply with AFM requirements.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsCompliance
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2026-02-03•Global•Network for Greening the Financial System
The Network for Greening the Financial System (NGFS) released an Occasional Paper comparing short-term climate scenario narratives using the NiGEM macroeconometric model with the NGFS suite-of-models framework, highlighting differences in GDP, inflation, and monetary policy responses. The NiGEM model shows smoother inflation dynamics and more gradual output adjustments compared to the sharper peaks and policy rate changes in the NGFS framework.
ResearchClimate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank's January 2026 Bank Lending Survey showed unexpected tightening of credit standards for euro area enterprises in Q4 2025, driven by higher perceived risks and trade-policy tensions, while housing loan standards eased slightly and consumer credit standards tightened further. Banks anticipate further tightening across all loan categories in Q1 2026, with increased loan demand from firms and households despite ongoing trade-policy uncertainties impacting risk tolerance.
Data & statisticsCredit risk
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2026-02-03•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus released the Portfolio Investments 2024 edition.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicators
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2026-02-03•Botswana•Bank of Botswana
The Bank of Botswana announced that its limited edition commemorative BWP 50 banknote, launched for its Golden Jubilee, will enter circulation on 6 February 2026, featuring new imagery and updated security features while circulating alongside the existing note.
Monetary policyMonetary policy instruments & operationsCurrency and cash management
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2026-02-03•Qatar•Qatar Central Bank
Qatar Central Bank has extended remote work for all financial institutions in Qatar from 3 March 2026 until further notice. Each institution will decide which employees need to be physically present at the workplace.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOperational risk and resilience
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2026-02-03•Morocco•Moroccan Insurance Authority (ACAPS)
Morocco's Supervisory Authority of Insurance and Social Welfare (ACAPS) met in Rabat with insurance sector stakeholders to discuss anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing (AML/CFT) measures. The session reviewed Morocco's removal from the Financial Action Task Force gray list and preparations for the Middle East and North Africa Financial Action Task Force mutual evaluation in 2026. ACAPS aims to enhance AML/CFT effectiveness through improved coordination and support for stakeholders.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitAML and CFT
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2026-02-03•United States•New York State Department of Financial Services
The New York State Department of Financial Services detailed Governor Kathy Hochul’s proposals to lower motor vehicle insurance premiums by enhancing anti-fraud measures and revising liability and damages rules, amid rising insurance costs and fraud reports. Key initiatives include legislative changes to penalize staged crash organizers, reforms to insurer fraud reporting processes, and civil-law adjustments to cap non-economic damages and reform liability rules.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesFraud and scams
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority (EIOPA) has launched a public consultation on a supervisory statement for the authorisation and ongoing supervision of (re)insurance undertakings linked to private equity firms, addressing risks from private equity acquisitions and setting supervisory expectations for acquisitions, portfolio transfers, and mergers. Feedback is open until 30 April 2026.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•Canada•Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario has proposed an enforcement action against Chintankumar Narendra Thakkar, including a CAD 30,000 penalty, for allegedly acting as an unlicensed insurance agent in violation of Ontario’s Insurance Act. Thakkar has requested a hearing before the Financial Services Tribunal.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsUnlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-02-03•Canada•Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) released a Digital Asset Custody Framework for Dealer Members operating crypto-asset trading platforms in Canada, enhancing requirements for client asset custody and addressing technological, operational, and legal risks. The framework, effective immediately, introduces a tiered, risk-based structure to diversify custody arrangements while ensuring investor protection.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationClient asset custody and safekeepingRegulatory burden
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2026-02-03•Canada•Ontario Securities Commission
The Ontario Securities Commission published a report on using gamification to improve retail investor decision-making, revealing that techniques like real-time diversification scores and leaderboards modestly increased portfolio diversification by 3.5% to 4.5% in a study with over 4,000 Canadians. The research, conducted with the Behavioural Insights Team, also outlines mitigation strategies for potential negative effects.
ResearchFintech and insurtechConsumer and investor protection
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2026-02-03•Canada•Ontario Securities Commission
The Ontario Securities Commission issued an investor warning from January 13 to February 3, 2026, identifying 20 companies not registered to deal or advise in securities in Ontario, and advised investors to verify registration through its website and contact the OSC if approached by these entities.
SupervisionAlertsUnlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-02-03•United States•U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission
Brian Daly, Director of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission’s Division of Investment Management, discussed AI in investment management at the Investment Company Institute Winter Board Meeting, highlighting uneven adoption due to liability concerns and oversight challenges. He noted the SEC's outdated technology framework and invited industry engagement on AI-related regulatory issues, including pilot programs and guidance requests.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationArtificial intelligence
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2026-02-03•Portugal•Portuguese Insurance Regulator (ASF)
Portugal's Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority (ASF) issued Circular No. 1/2026, updating supervisory measures due to recent macroeconomic shocks and discontinuing the "Monitorização da Solvência.xls" report from 1 January 2026. This change affects insurance and reinsurance entities in Portugal and branches of third-country firms. ASF's update reflects adjustments to measures introduced during the COVID-19 pandemic and adapted for the Russia–Ukraine conflict and related economic volatility.
SupervisionRegulatory reportingFinancial stability and systemic risk
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2026-02-03•Bermuda•Ministry of Finance (Bermuda)
The Bermuda Ministry of Finance and the United Arab Emirates signed a memorandum of understanding to enhance cooperation on public finance management, focusing on technology, budgetary systems, sustainable finance, and digital transformation. Technical discussions are set to begin post-World Government Summit, with an inaugural meeting planned for Q3 2026.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-02-03•Slovenia•Central Bank of Slovenia
The Central Bank of Slovenia announced the appointment of Primož Dolenc as the sixth Governor of Banka Slovenije, pending completion of internal procedures. Dolenc's priorities include adapting the financial system to people's needs and enhancing its stability, resilience, and accessibility.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-02-03•Greece•Bank of Greece
The Bank of Greece's General Council approved the audited annual accounts for 2025, reporting a significant rise in net income to EUR 880.8 million and profit to EUR 257.7 million. The Council proposed a statutory dividend of EUR 0.6720 per share and a transfer of EUR 244.4 million to the Greek State, pending shareholder approval. Total assets were EUR 221.5 billion, with accumulated provisions of EUR 4.7 billion.
Institutional developmentGovernanceAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-02-03•Türkiye•Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency of Türkiye
The Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency of Türkiye has updated minimum paid-in capital requirements for insurance and reinsurance brokers and agents, and revised the base fee tariff for insurance loss adjusters, effective 1 January 2026. These updates, based on a 27.67% increase in the domestic producer price index, will be published on the agency's website.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsLicensing framework and process
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2026-02-03•Armenia•Central Bank of Armenia
The Central Bank of Armenia held its refinancing rate at 6.50% in February, balancing upside inflation risks from potentially excess domestic demand and higher global neutral interest rates against weaker global and domestic demand. Annual inflation slowed to 3.3% in December, while core inflation rose to 4.3%, above the 3% medium-term objective.
Monetary policyPolicy rate decisionsMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-02-03•Europe•European Central Bank - Banking Supervision
In a keynote speech, Patrick Montagner of European Central Bank Banking Supervision emphasized aligning digital transformation with governance and risk controls, particularly in AI and tokenisation. He highlighted AI-specific risk management shortcomings and concentration risks from non-EU providers, stressing the importance of the Digital Operational Resilience Act for unified incident reporting. The ECB plans to focus on generative AI, third-party dependencies, and operational resilience in 2026.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitFintech and insurtechSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•Rwanda•Rwanda Capital Markets Authority
The Rwanda Capital Markets Authority used the Young CEOs Business Forum to promote Rwanda’s capital market as a means for personal wealth creation and national development, highlighting accessible investment instruments and encouraging early adoption of saving and investment practices.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-02-03•Global•Islamic Financial Services Board
The Islamic Financial Services Board has commenced its 17th IFSB Summit in Muscat, hosted by the Central Bank of Oman, to explore the future role of Islamic finance in a complex global financial environment. The summit addresses financial stability, inclusion, sustainability, and market development, with discussions on crisis preparedness, resilience, technological disruption, and climate-related financial risks.
Policy & regulationCooperationClimate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-02-03•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund's report on Uganda's post-financing assessment highlights robust economic performance with broad-based growth, contained inflation, and an improving external position supported by coffee exports and portfolio inflows. However, it warns of rising vulnerabilities due to widening fiscal deficits and a high debt-servicing burden.
ResearchOther
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2026-02-03•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund's 2025 Article IV consultation for Poland highlights a nearly closed output gap and inflation returning to target, while identifying a widening fiscal deficit projected at 7% of GDP and rising public debt as key vulnerabilities. The report attributes these developments to Russia's war in Ukraine, strong real wage growth, and recent fiscal stimulus.
ResearchOther
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2026-02-03•Global•International Monetary Fund
The IMF's 2026 Article IV mission to the Czech Republic notes robust economic expansion amid structural challenges and external vulnerabilities. Recommendations include avoiding significant fiscal stimulus, maintaining current monetary policy unless inflation shifts, and monitoring real-estate financial stability risks, with fiscal adjustments suggested to stabilize debt and enhance tax compliance.
Policy & regulationInternational standards & recommendationsOther
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2026-02-03•Global•International Monetary Fund
The International Monetary Fund (IMF) Executive Board concluded the 2025 Article IV consultation with Poland, noting strong growth prospects but highlighting fiscal imbalances and the need for debt stabilization. Recommendations included a 4% GDP fiscal adjustment, strengthening fiscal governance, and cautious monetary easing, while the banking sector was deemed stable but in need of reforms to reduce credit provision frictions.
Policy & regulationInternational standards & recommendationsEconomic data and developments
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2026-02-03•Global•International Monetary Fund
IMF Managing Director Kristalina Georgieva highlighted artificial intelligence as a key growth driver at WGS in Dubai, while cautioning about potential labour market disruptions and divergences between countries. She emphasized policy priorities including macroeconomic support for AI investment, regulatory "guardrails," and international cooperation for data sharing and innovation.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & priorities
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2026-02-03•Canada•Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario has refused to renew the insurance licences of Michael Lampel and IFC Financial Inc., operating as Insurance for Children, and imposed $55,000 in penalties following a Tribunal finding of serious misconduct, including false statements and information.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsConsumer and investor protection
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2026-02-03•China•China Securities Regulatory Commission
China Securities Regulatory Commission Chairman Wu Qing met United Kingdom Financial Conduct Authority Chair Ashley Alder in Beijing on Jan. 30, 2026, to discuss stronger China-UK capital market regulatory cooperation and improvements to market connectivity mechanisms.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-02-03•Poland•Ministry of Finance (Poland)
Poland's Ministry of Finance announced a cooperation agreement between the General Inspector of Financial Information and the Polish Financial Supervision Authority to enhance coordination on financial crime, including document transfer, information exchange, and joint training. The agreement aims to align communications, share AML/CFT rule changes, and improve compliance through supervisory colleges and training workshops.
SupervisionCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-02-03•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority de-registered James Quinn under the Designated Businesses (Registration & Oversight) Act 2015, effective 3 February 2026, in accordance with section 12(1)(a).
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsAML and CFTWhistleblowing
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2026-02-03•Serbia•National Bank of Serbia
The National Bank of Serbia reported a 16% increase in both the number and value of DinaCard transactions for 2025, with online payments rising by 32% and cash withdrawal transactions up 113% at selected retail points. Interest-free instalment purchases and commission-free property tax payments are available to Dina cardholders at numerous points of sale and Treasury Administration counters.
Data & statisticsPayments and payment systems
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2026-02-03•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority will hold a drop-in session on 11 February 2026 to assist charities potentially impacted by the proposed Specified Non-Profit Organisation (SNPO) (Countering the Financing of Terrorism) Code 2026. The session will provide guidance on the changes, implications, and risk mitigation strategies, with support including a dedicated contact, free training, and template documents.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationAML and CFTSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-02-03•Greece•Hellenic Capital Market Commission
The Hellenic Capital Market Commission released "Do not invest with your eyes shut," a brochure in its 2023–2028 Strategic Plan to enhance investor protection and financial literacy. It advises retail investors on using investment services, highlights risks from cross-border platforms and complex products, and outlines protections, including firm authorisation verification, settlement processes, and the Investment Guarantee Fund compensation framework.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationConsumer and investor protection
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2026-02-03•Guernsey•Guernsey Financial Services Commission
The Guernsey Financial Services Commission issued an Iran sanctions notice designating one entity and 10 individuals under the United Kingdom Iran (Sanctions) Regulations 2023, requiring businesses to freeze assets and report any related findings to the Policy and Resources Committee and the Commission.
EnforcementSanctions & designationsNew sanctions designations
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2026-02-03•Netherlands•De Nederlandsche Bank
De Nederlandsche Bank's Steven Maijoor highlighted Europe's growing reliance on a few IT service providers, particularly cloud hyperscalers, as a systemic risk to the financial system. He advocated for stronger structures and partnerships to reduce digital dependence, urging financial institutions to prepare for potential disruptions and suggesting long-term strategies to decrease reliance on non-European providers.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationCyber resilience
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2026-02-03•Austria•Austrian National Bank (OeNB)
The Austrian National Bank's euro area Bank Lending Survey for Q4 2025 indicates a rise in corporate loan demand for the first time since Q3 2022, driven by lower interest rates and increased financing needs, while housing loan demand has been rising since H1 2024 due to European Central Bank rate cuts. Despite this, banks have tightened corporate lending policies amid a strained risk environment, particularly affecting real estate companies.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-02-03•Brazil•Brazilian Superintendence of Private Insurance (SUSEP)
The Brazilian Superintendence of Private Insurance (SUSEP) issued Resolution No. 73/2026, effective immediately, establishing new rules for portfolio transfers among insurance entities. The resolution mandates SUSEP's prior approval and post-completion homologation, permits transfers between insurance cooperatives and companies, and outlines a framework for local reinsurer transfers. It expands notification technologies and imposes joint liability on transferor insurers if transfers occur without insureds' consent or SUSEP authorization.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-02-03•Sweden•Finansinspektionen
The Swedish Financial Supervisory Authority (Finansinspektionen) supports the Productivity Commission's proposals on regulatory simplification and impact assessments but opposes an inquiry into bank account portability and suggests a broader analysis of mortgage market rates.
Policy & regulationOther