The Central Bank of the Republic of Kosovo's Governor Ahmet Ismaili met with Hiroyasu Tanigaki from the Embassy of Japan to discuss Kosovo's financial sector developments and enhance bilateral cooperation, focusing on legal reforms, financial stability, and integration into European financial systems like SEPA and TIPS Clone.
The Egmont Group's analysis of Mutual Evaluation Reports for the Europe II Regional Group highlights challenges faced by Financial Intelligence Units (FIUs) in international cooperation and financial intelligence use, identifying issues like STR quality and resource constraints. The study, led by the FIUs of Azerbaijan and Gibraltar, recommends enhancing FIU autonomy, resources, and analytical capacity, improving STR quality, and expanding international information sharing.
The Montenegro Capital Market Authority has initiated a public consultation on draft rules for issuers on regulated markets to submit corporate governance information, as per the Capital Market Law. The rules were approved at the Authority's 166th session, and stakeholders are invited to provide feedback electronically.
The Japan Securities and Exchange Surveillance Commission has advised the Prime Minister and the Financial Services Agency Commissioner to impose a JPY 27 million surcharge on Wilco Holdings Co., Ltd. for disclosure violations under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act, involving false statements in securities and quarterly reports from fiscal years ended October Reiwa 2 through Reiwa 6.
The European Securities and Markets Authority released a thematic note on sustainability-related claims, emphasizing inconsistent use of ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) terms in marketing communications to retail investors, which poses greenwashing risks. The note urges firms to clearly define ESG strategies and offers practical guidance with examples of good and poor practices.
The European Supervisory Authorities, including the European Securities and Markets Authority, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with UK regulators to enhance cooperation on overseeing critical ICT third-party service providers under the Digital Operational Resilience Act. This agreement establishes principles for cooperation and information sharing to improve third-party risk management and operational resilience across the EU and UK.
The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic released a paper detailing its methodology for measuring economic activity and value added in financial intermediation, insurance, and related activities, based on the 2008 System of National Accounts. It explains the use of explicit fees and Financial Intermediation Services Indirectly Measured (FISIM) in production estimates and highlights a 7.3% real value added growth for Jan–Nov 2025, contrasting it with an 8.0% estimate using average consumer price index inflation.
The Bank of Cape Verde conducted outreach and training sessions for merchants and secondary students on Santiago, focusing on the handling and security features of Cape Verdean escudo banknotes to prevent counterfeiting and promote safer cash use. This initiative, led by the Department of Issue, Treasury and Payment Systems, is part of the bank's strategic plan to enhance cash knowledge and escudo security.
The Bank of Italy's 2025 Q4 Survey on Inflation and Growth Expectations shows gradual improvement in Italian firms' economic assessments and a decline in consumer inflation expectations. The survey highlights more favorable demand expectations, moderate wage and price growth, and rising employment, with nominal investment spending projected to increase in 2026.
The Bank of Italy published updated statistics on international tourism in Italy, reflecting data from its border survey of travellers up to October 2025.
The Spanish Securities Commission (CNMV) has appointed the jury for the ninth Antonio Moreno Espejo Journalism Prize, chaired by CNMV Chair Carlos San Basilio, with a EUR 15,000 award recognizing journalistic work promoting market integrity, transparency, investor protection, and financial education. Eligible submissions must be published in Spanish media between 1 January and 31 December 2025, with a deadline for applications on 15 January.
The Bank of Japan released a detailed balance sheet showing total assets and liabilities of JPY 676.9 trillion, with Japanese government securities as the largest asset at JPY 543.5 trillion and liabilities mainly in current deposits and banknotes. Other assets include loans, index-linked exchange-traded funds, foreign currency assets, corporate bonds, and Japan real estate investment trusts.
The Bank of England, Financial Conduct Authority, and Prudential Regulation Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding with European Supervisory Authorities to enhance cross-border cooperation on overseeing critical third parties under the UK's regime and the EU's Digital Operational Resilience Act. This framework aims to manage risks to financial stability and market confidence while minimizing regulatory burdens for third-party providers operating across jurisdictions.
European Central Bank Vice-President Luis de Guindos, speaking at Spain Investors Day, highlighted the euro area's stable inflation outlook and revised growth projections amid global uncertainties, including US policy changes and geopolitical risks. He emphasized the need for strong bank solvency, enhanced macroprudential monitoring, and regulatory reforms in the non-bank sector to address financial stability risks and sovereign challenges.
The Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission seeks public input on proposed amendments for handling unclaimed assets of inactive clients, aiming to enhance secure custody and asset traceability while increasing operational flexibility for securities companies and derivatives brokers. Key proposals include allowing asset transfers without client consent under certain conditions and requiring operators to report actions on unclaimed assets to the SEC, with the public hearing closing on 12 February 2026.
The Central Bank of Uruguay has released updated estimated processing times for regulatory procedures managed by the Authorisations and Registers Department, reflecting productivity improvements and ongoing optimization efforts. These indicative timelines are based on recent case processing experiences and are accessible on the central bank's website.
MONEYVAL's fourth follow-up report on Georgia shows limited progress in enhancing its anti-money laundering and counter-terrorist financing framework. Georgia remains partially compliant with Financial Action Task Force standards on targeted financial sanctions for terrorism and proliferation financing. The country is compliant on seven FATF recommendations, largely compliant on 24, partially compliant on eight, and non-compliant on one concerning non-profit organizations.
Latvia's Ministry of Finance reported a 3.5% year-on-year rise in consumer prices for December 2025, with an average inflation rate of 3.7% for the year, driven mainly by food prices. Inflation is expected to remain above 3% in early 2026, moderating below 3% by spring, amid tax adjustments and fluctuating energy costs.
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority announced its participation in an upcoming event with stakeholders, but provided no additional details.
The Congo Insurance Regulation and Control Authority conducted a press conference to discuss the state of the insurance market and presented its reports for the 2023 and 2024 financial years.
The Bank of Korea released preliminary data for December 2025, indicating a rise in both export and import prices in Korean won terms, with the Export Price Index up 1.1% month-on-month and 5.5% year-on-year, and the Import Price Index up 0.7% month-on-month and 0.3% year-on-year. Trade indexes in USD terms showed significant increases in export and import volumes and values, with the net barter terms of trade index rising 5.4% year-on-year.
The Bank of Korea's Monetary and Financial Statistics for November 2025 show a 0.1% month-on-month increase in narrow money (M1) and unchanged broad money (M2), with financial institutions' liquidity (Lf) up 0.1% and the liquidity aggregate (L) growing 0.4%. In level terms, M1 was KRW 1,332.4 trillion, M2 KRW 4,057.5 trillion, Lf KRW 6,024.2 trillion, and L KRW 7,627.8 trillion, with year-on-year growth rates of 6.9% for M1, 4.8% for M2, 6.9% for Lf, and 6.8% for L.
The Bank of Korea's December 2025 financial market trends update highlights rising Treasury bond yields due to shifting monetary policy expectations, a sharp equity rally, and a contraction in bank lending. Key figures include a KOSPI peak at 4,692.6, a KRW 2.2 trillion decline in bank household lending, and a KRW 8.3 trillion drop in corporate lending, with significant outflows from money market funds.
Bank of Albania Governor Gent Sejko participated in the FT Live Central and Eastern European Forum, discussing monetary policy fundamentals, green financing, and digital currencies. He emphasized Albania's response to inflationary shocks, integration of climate risks into the supervisory framework, and alignment with European standards, while also meeting with European Bank for Reconstruction and Development executives and Financial Times representatives.
The Danish Financial Supervisory Authority has designated the Copenhagen Interbank Tomorrow/Next Average (CITA) as a significant benchmark under the EU Benchmark Regulation, ensuring its continued supervision following regulatory changes effective 1 January 2026. This decision, based on a request from the Danish Financial Benchmark Facility, acknowledges CITA's critical role in Denmark's mortgage market and its use value near EUR 50 billion.
Croatia's Ministry of Finance urged the Croatian Banking Association to ensure consistent application of new rules on free payment accounts for regular income, emphasizing clear communication and staff training, especially for vulnerable groups. The Act on the Comparability of Fees, Switching of Payment Accounts and Access to a Basic Account, effective 1 January 2026, has seen strong uptake with 27,507 accounts opened by 13 January. The Ministry will monitor compliance with the Croatian National Bank.
The National Bank of Angola's Monetary Policy Committee cut the BNA policy rate to 17.5% and the standing liquidity lending facility rate to 18.5%, while keeping the standing liquidity absorption facility rate at 16.5%, due to sustained inflation deceleration. The committee noted global disinflation trends and geopolitical tensions affecting financial markets and commodity prices, with Brent crude averaging USD 68.33 per barrel in 2025.
Bulgaria's Ministry of Finance supported the launch of the 2026 postal and philatelic issue "Bulgaria in the Eurozone," marking Bulgaria's accession to the euro area with the first Bulgarian postage stamp valued in euros. Bulgarian lev-denominated stamps will remain available until stocks are depleted, with prices converted at the official exchange rate.
The China Securities Regulatory Commission's Zhejiang Securities Regulatory Bureau is investigating Zhejiang Sunflower Health Technology Co., Ltd. for suspected misleading statements in its restructuring plan, disclosed on September 22, 2025, following market concerns about the target's production capacity and business model. The bureau aims to maintain market order in mergers, acquisitions, and restructuring through a thorough investigation.
The Oman Financial Services Authority conducted a workshop for 35 authorised regulatory officers on judicial enforcement status to enhance supervisory and regulatory performance in non-banking financial sectors, covering legal frameworks, enforcement roles, and practical implementation.
The Portuguese Insurance Regulator (ASF) has launched the seventh edition of Portugal FinLab, in collaboration with the Portuguese Securities Market Commission and the Bank of Portugal, and opened applications for new projects. Up to five projects will be selected for analysis, with results announced on 13 April 2026.
Portugal's Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority (ASF) released its December 2025 risk dashboard, maintaining macroeconomic and market risks at medium-high, while lowering credit risk to medium-low. Liquidity, profitability, and solvency risks for pension fund management companies remained low, with interconnections risk at medium-low. The dashboard highlights a fall in sovereign risk premia and stable issuer premia, despite geopolitical tensions and debt dynamics.
Slovakia's Ministry of Finance announced new measures to combat tax evasion, though specific details and timelines were not disclosed.
The Bank of the Lao held its first Management Council meeting of 2026, chaired by Governor Bounkham Vorachit, to review 2025 performance and set the 2026 action plan. Key highlights included a reduction in the average inflation rate to 7.7% from 23.13% in 2024, stable exchange rates, and foreign reserves covering 6.45 months of imports. The meeting also noted M2 money supply growth of 18.72% and a non-performing loan ratio of 1.18%.
Burundi's Ministry of Finance and National Planning outlined Finance Minister Alain Ndikumana’s strategic vision for Vision Burundi 2040–2060, aiming for the country to become emerging by 2040 and developed by 2060, emphasizing the need for broad institutional and stakeholder engagement and disciplined reform implementation.
The National Bank of Romania reported a widening current account deficit to EUR 27.14 billion for January–November 2025, primarily due to a larger primary income deficit and a reduced secondary income surplus, despite an improved goods and services deficit. Total external debt increased by EUR 24.00 billion to EUR 227.51 billion as of 30 November 2025, with long-term debt comprising 78.5% of the total.
The Riksdag Committee on Finance evaluated Sveriges Riksbank’s monetary policy from 2015 to 2024, noting reasonable decisions but governance and risk assessment weaknesses. It recommends reforms, including a framework for unconventional tools, enhanced forecasting, and better coordination with fiscal strategies. Governor Erik Thedéen said the Riksbank will review the report and comment at the Committee on Finance’s hearing on 17 February.
The Central Bank of Poland's Monetary Policy Council has maintained the National Bank of Poland's interest rates, with the reference rate at 4.00% per annum. A detailed press release from the January 2026 meeting will be available on the National Bank of Poland's website.
The Bank of France has appointed Mathilde Schneider as Director of Communication, effective mid-February 2026. She will lead the Bank's communications strategy, enhance publication visibility, and support institutional transformation. Schneider succeeds Fabrice Hermel and previously held the same role at Agence française de développement.
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Nguyen Thi Dung as Director of Region 6, effective 13 January 2026, with a mandate to innovate professional work and report to local leaders. Dung, with 31 years of banking experience, aims to implement monetary policy, manage banking safety and efficiency, direct credit flows, support capital access, and enhance digital transformation.
The State Bank of Vietnam emphasized international integration, focusing on modernizing payment systems, digital transformation, and financial inclusion while maintaining macroeconomic stability. Recent efforts include signing 11 memorandums with foreign central banks, including a 2026-2030 agreement with Laos, to enhance trade, investment, and local-currency use, despite coordination challenges.
The State Bank of Vietnam's Governor Nguyen Thi Hong chaired the Vietnam Bank for Social Policies' fourth quarter 2025 meeting, reviewing its results and setting 2026 priorities, including mobilizing additional funding and enhancing technology for risk management. By year-end 2025, VBSP's capital rose to VND 426,262 billion, with stable debt quality and a plan to reduce lending rates in disaster-affected areas.
The State Bank of Vietnam Party Committee conducted a training conference on the Electronic Party Member Handbook and Operational Management Information System, aligning with government plans to modernize Party work and enhance digital transformation and information security.
The Portuguese Securities Commission (CMVM) has launched the seventh edition of Portugal FinLab, inviting applications for projects to be reviewed by Portugal's three financial sector regulators. Up to five projects will be selected for analysis, with participants receiving an analysis report and engaging in follow-up discussions with the regulators. The launch event took place at Banco de Portugal in Lisbon.
The Andorran Financial Authority has enacted Law 28/2025, establishing the health-related right to be forgotten within the regulatory framework for insurers and reinsurers.
The Andorran Financial Authority has enacted Law 29/2025 concerning insurance and reinsurance contracts in Andorra, applicable to insurers and reinsurers.
The Qatar Financial Centre appointed Mansoor Rashid Al-Khater as CEO and launched a new strategic campaign, Grow with Confidence, to strengthen Qatar’s position as a global wealth hub and support Qatar National Vision 2030 through sustainable growth. The rebrand aligns QFC’s identity with its expanded mandate and evolving market, emphasizing its legal and regulatory framework and competitive tax environment.
The Federal Reserve Board's FEDS Note introduces a "balance sheet trilemma," suggesting policymakers can achieve only two of three objectives: a small balance sheet, low short-term interest rate volatility, and limited money market intervention. It highlights trade-offs as the Fed transitions from balance-sheet reduction to reserve management, emphasizing implications of reserve demand fluctuations and liquidity supply changes on money-market rates and central bank operations.
The National Credit Union Administration (NCUA) released its 2026 Supervisory Priorities, emphasizing a "No Regulation by Enforcement" approach and focusing on risk-based supervision tailored to each credit union's risk profile. Key areas include balance sheet management, lending, credit risk management, and compliance with consumer financial protection laws, alongside plans to streamline examination processes and align with the GENIUS Act.
Federal Reserve Board Governor Stephen I. Miran argued that the rollback of US economic regulation is expected to boost productivity and potential output, supporting a more accommodative monetary policy stance. He highlighted the potential for a 30% reduction in regulatory restrictions by 2030, which could lower consumer prices by 3%, and emphasized the need for policy adjustments to avoid unnecessary economic contraction.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Philadelphia's annual survey of Chamber of Commerce for Greater Philadelphia members reveals mixed economic expectations for 2026, with 56% of businesses anticipating improved activity for their firms but divided views on regional conditions. Key concerns include regulatory uncertainty, cited by 58% as a top issue, and anticipated price increases, while 76% of respondents currently use artificial intelligence, which has not significantly impacted labor demand.
The UK Parliament released the Government's response to the Treasury Committee's report on the Cash ISA, detailing plans to reduce the tax-free allowance to GBP 12,000 for those under 65 from April 2027. Economic Secretary Lucy Rigby MP argues the reform aims to encourage investment for higher returns and financial resilience. However, the Treasury Committee, led by Dame Meg Hillier, expressed concerns about potential consumer confusion and the reform's effectiveness in promoting investment.
The Central Bank of Colombia will implement a redesigned monthly external debt statistics bulletin from January 2026, enhancing data usability with detailed breakdowns by institutional sector and financial instrument, aligning with other external sector statistics. The bulletin, available in a database format, includes updated historical series and new details on external debt, with data accessible via the Central Bank’s Economic Statistics Portal.
The China Securities Regulatory Commission said its Zhejiang bureau has opened an investigation into Zhejiang Sunflower Great Health Technology Co. over suspected misleading statements in its proposed restructuring plan. The probe followed market questions about the restructuring target’s actual production capacity and business model. It will proceed with a full investigation before taking further action in accordance with the law.
The Central Bank of Cyprus released December 2025 statistics for the Central Information Repository.
The Central Bank of Cyprus released detailed interest rate data for credit institutions, referencing deposits and loans for November 2025.
The British Columbia Securities Commission has permanently barred Colin Jeffrey Heatherington and Lorne Stuart Allison from participating in the province's investment market due to misconduct. Heatherington's sanctions follow a U.S. court conviction for securities fraud, while Allison's penalties stem from a Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization finding of deceptive securities-related business practices.
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario has initiated enforcement action against Rajesh Narayanan Ramdass Raja, proposing to refuse the renewal of his insurance agent licence and impose a CAD 20,000 penalty due to allegations of submitting fraudulent applications and misuse of his agent code. Ramdass Raja has requested a hearing before the Financial Services Tribunal.
The Financial Services Regulatory Authority of Ontario has appointed Wing-Yee Wong as Chief Financial Officer, effective 2 February 2026.
The Canadian Investment Regulatory Organization (CIRO) confirmed a phishing attack affecting data of approximately 750,000 Canadian investors, with no evidence of misuse. CIRO is offering credit monitoring and identity theft protection, has secured systems, and will notify affected individuals starting January 14, 2026.
The National Bank of Georgia has launched a Green Loan Dashboard to publicly disclose data on green loans aligned with its Sustainable Finance Taxonomy, updated monthly based on reports from banks.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is consulting on a proposal requiring retail banks and building societies to submit an annual Retail Banking Business Models (R2B2) regulatory return, replacing infrequent ad hoc collections, to monitor competitive dynamics and emerging harms. The proposal applies to firms with at least 200,000 UK customer relationships and GBP 5 million in revenue, with feedback due by 4 March 2026 and the first submission in November 2026.
The Andorran Financial Authority has added Law 27/2025 of 11 December, approving the Statistical Plan for 2026–2029, to its regulatory repository. The update formalises the inclusion of the new multi-year statistical framework in the authority’s regulatory corpus.
Albania Financial Services Authority's Executive Director, Adela Xhemali, participated in the Euromoney forum in Vienna, discussing aligning Albania's non-bank financial sector with EU standards. She emphasized the sector's role in economic growth and outlined a structured approach to implementing a Solvency II-type supervisory framework. Reforms, supported by a World Bank roadmap, aim to enhance risk-based supervision, governance, and capital resilience.
The Brazil Securities Commission (CVM) has issued a market alert and ordered the immediate suspension of public offerings by the Onil or OnilX group and related entities, citing unauthorized operations in Brazil. The CVM identified attempts to attract Brazilian clients for securities transactions without proper authorization. This action was formalized through Declaratory Act CVM 24,680.
The Brazil Securities Commission (CVM) has launched a dataset on its Open Data Portal detailing metadata on investment fund document submissions from 2021 onward. Additionally, CVM released an updated Open Data Plan outlining the management and promotion of its databases, effective from June 2024 to May 2026.
The Bank of Mozambique issued a circular mandating the use of specific reporting templates for technological and cyber incidents by credit institutions and financial companies. Reports must be submitted primarily via the Banking Supervision Application portal, detailing incident type, severity, impacts, and remediation actions. Email reporting is permitted only when other channels are unavailable.
The Portuguese Securities Commission, Banco de Portugal, and the Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority have launched the seventh edition of Portugal FinLab, inviting project submissions for regulatory review until 13 February. Selected projects will be presented on 17 and 18 March, with up to five projects chosen for analysis and results announced on 13 April.
The National Bank of Ukraine has eased foreign exchange restrictions and clarified currency regulation to support businesses, introducing a new loan-based limit under its FX liberalization and refining rules on export settlement deadlines. Key changes include allowing certain FX refunds to foreign accounts, setting conditions for outward transactions, and excluding specific exports from settlement deadlines, effective from 14 January 2026.
The Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market will establish a temporary Commission to assess the professional suitability of officials in capital and commodity markets through interviews, pending regulatory amendments. During this period, financial monitoring officers' suitability will be confirmed with a mandatory certification document.
The Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market issued decisions on rulemaking and supervisory administration, including refining verification processes for high-risk roles and amending Cabinet resolutions. It also addressed committee activities, regulatory action plan implementation, professional suitability controls, corporate bond issue registrations, and significant participation acquisitions.
The Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market has restructured its internal committees, reducing them from 12 to 10, to enhance efficiency and decision-making in capital market regulation. Key changes include merging committees related to corporate governance and financial instruments, and consolidating trading infrastructure oversight, with new leadership appointments to streamline operations.
The Vietnam State Securities Commission has instructed individuals on a specified list to pay a VND 1,000,000 fee for securities practising certificates, as per the Ministry of Finance’s Circular 25/2022/TT-BTC. Payments can be made via bank transfer to designated accounts or directly at the Commission. Failure to complete the procedure within one year will result in certificate cancellation.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued draft amendment directions to revise how regulated entities compute Net Open Position (NOP) and determine the capital charge for foreign exchange risk, aligning with Basel Committee standards. The consultation, open until February 3, 2026, includes changes such as removing separate offshore and onshore NOP calculations and revising the Shorthand method for various banking institutions.
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) and the Criminal Investigation Agency of the Indonesian National Police signed a cooperation agreement to enhance coordination on scam complaints via the Indonesia Anti-Scam Centre. This initiative aims to expedite law enforcement follow-up and facilitate the return of funds to victims amid rising online scams, with 411,055 reports and IDR 9 trillion in losses recorded between November 2024 and December 2025.
The Reserve Bank of India mandates eligible commercial banks to enhance grievance redress mechanisms by requiring an Internal Ombudsman to review customer complaints before rejection or partial resolution, effective immediately. This applies to banks with 10 or more outlets in India as of March 31, 2025, and includes automated complaint management, independent ombudsman appointments, and compliance with oversight and reporting standards by June 30, 2026.
The Indonesia Financial Services Authority (OJK) issued regulations POJK 33/2025 and POJK 36/2025 to enhance oversight of the insurance, guarantee, and pension fund sectors, introducing risk-based supervision and new requirements for health insurers. Effective January and March 2026, they mandate structured assessments, digital capabilities, and specific product design rules, including co-payment limits and coordination with healthcare facilities.
The Central Bank of Iceland's Monetary Policy Committee has released its biannual report to Parliament, detailing activities from July to December 2025, including three regular meetings, with the last on 19 November 2025.
The Reserve Bank of India has mandated eligible small finance banks to enhance grievance redress mechanisms by appointing an Internal Ombudsman to oversee complaints, with immediate effect and full compliance required by June 30, 2026. The Directions apply to banks with 10 or more outlets as of March 31, 2025, and include requirements for automated complaint management, internal audits, and reporting to the RBI.
The Reserve Bank of India mandates eligible non-banking financial companies (NBFCs) to appoint an Internal Ombudsman and review customer complaints before final responses, effective immediately, with full compliance by June 30, 2026. This applies to deposit-taking NBFCs with 10+ branches and non-deposit-taking NBFCs with assets of INR 5,000 crore and above, excluding certain categories, and includes governance, audit, and reporting requirements.
The Reserve Bank of India has issued new Directions mandating an Internal Ombudsman framework for non-bank prepaid payment instrument issuers with over one crore instruments outstanding as of March 31, 2025. The framework requires independent review of unresolved customer complaints, automated escalation, and compliance with specific governance and reporting standards by June 30, 2026, with immediate effect for eligible issuers.
The Bank of Portugal, in collaboration with the Portuguese Insurance and Pension Funds Supervisory Authority and the Portuguese Securities Market Commission, has launched the seventh edition of Portugal FinLab. This initiative invites applications for projects seeking regulatory analysis and feedback.
The Securities and Exchange Board of India and the Investor Education and Protection Fund Authority held the fifth "Niveshak Shivir" in Bengaluru to assist shareholders in reclaiming unpaid dividends and unclaimed shares, with plans for similar events in other cities. The event, attended by over 900 investors, provided comprehensive support for claims, KYC updates, and resolution of claim-related issues.
The National Bank of Moldova reported Governor Anca Dragu's participation in the Central and Eastern Europe Forum, outlining priorities for modernizing Moldova's financial system and maintaining macroeconomic stability amid inflation pressures. Dragu highlighted Moldova's 2025 sovereign rating of "BB-/B," the adoption of the MIA national instant payments system, and efforts to align governance and regulation with European Union standards.
The National Bank of Moldova held talks with the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development to enhance Moldova's financial sector and align with EU standards. Initiatives include operationalising the Moldova International Stock Exchange by summer 2026, interconnecting Moldova's Central Securities Depository with EU counterparts, and implementing EU-aligned market infrastructure and financial supervision rules, with EBRD providing technical support.
The Central Bank of Chile's Bank Credit Survey for Q4 2025 indicates stable credit supply conditions, with notable demand increases in mortgage lending and real estate company credit. Consumer and mortgage lending standards remained largely unchanged, while demand for corporate credit showed mixed trends, with significant strengthening in real estate. Demand for construction sector credit remained stable.
The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission secured a Court of First Instance disqualification order against Mr. Lo Ka Wai, former executive director of National United Resources Holdings Limited, banning him for three years from corporate management roles in Hong Kong due to fictitious transactions. The proceedings, under section 214 of the Securities and Futures Ordinance, were resolved via a Carecraft procedure, with ongoing actions against other former directors and officers.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority published the key analytical accounts of the Exchange Fund as of end-December 2025, noting a HKD 12.5 billion decrease in foreign assets to HKD 3,525.5 billion. The monetary base was HKD 2,040.0 billion, with claims on the private sector at HKD 388.1 billion and foreign liabilities at HKD 52.3 billion, and confirmed the January 2026 publication schedule for Exchange Fund data.
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens linked to The Bank of East Asia, Chong Hing Bank, Dah Sing Bank, and Bank Julius Baer & Co. The HKMA advises the public that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information, urging affected individuals to contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.
The Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority (FRA) has mandated that all companies under its supervision comply with Article 17 of the companies law by registering their shares in central depository form with Misr for Clearing, Depository and Central Registry by 31 March 2026. Companies must provide the FRA with evidence of compliance, or face potential regulatory actions, including suspension of FRA services.
The Egypt Financial Regulatory Authority has instructed the Egyptian Compulsory Insurance Pool to pay EGP 100,000 for each death from a motor vehicle accident on the old eastern desert road in Samalut, Minya Governorate, as per the Unified Insurance Law. The directive includes expedited claims processing, with staff assisting families in documentation and payment procedures. Compensation for injuries is based on disability percentages set by the medical commission, following legal registration and classification by the Public Prosecution.
Chile's Financial Market Commission censured Hipotecaria La Construcción Leasing S.A. for breaching General Rule No. 475 by not submitting its December 2024 financial statements on time. This delay affected the timely availability of financial information for entities in the Special Registry of Reporting Entities.
Chile's Financial Market Commission (CMF) Board censured José Antonio Labbé Valverde for violating Article 16, Number 5 of the Securities Market Law by selling 100,000 Empresas CMPC S.A. shares within 30 days before the issuer's financial statement disclosure. Exempt Resolution No. 533 prohibits trading by certain individuals, including relatives of directors, during this period. Labbé was subject to this restriction as the brother-in-law of an Empresas CMPC director.
The European Central Bank's Economic Bulletin article highlights persistent barriers in the EU Single Market, revealing that cross-border trade remains significantly more costly than domestic trade, particularly in services. The analysis suggests potential economic gains from reducing trade frictions, estimating that a 2% reduction in barriers could offset a projected GDP drag from higher tariffs and uncertainty between 2025 and 2027.
The Central Bank of the Philippines reported cash remittances from overseas Filipinos reached USD 2.91 billion in November 2025, with a cumulative increase of 3.2% to USD 32.11 billion from January to November 2025 compared to the same period in 2024. Personal remittances, including cash and in-kind transfers, totaled USD 3.23 billion in November 2025, with a year-to-date rise of 3.2% to USD 35.73 billion, primarily sourced from the United States, Singapore, and Saudi Arabia.
The European Association of CCP Clearing Houses published an interview with Sasha Mills, Executive Director of Financial Market Infrastructure at the Bank of England, discussing technology-driven advancements in clearing, including AI-enhanced risk models and smart contracts, and the need for regulatory adaptation. Mills emphasized industry collaboration to address challenges like trapped liquidity and highlighted a shift from legislation to rulebooks to balance risk mitigation with innovation.
The European Supervisory Authorities, including the European Banking Authority, signed a memorandum with the Bank of England, the Prudential Regulation Authority, and the Financial Conduct Authority to enhance cooperation on oversight of critical ICT third-party service providers under the Digital Operational Resilience Act. This agreement outlines principles for cooperation and information sharing, following an assessment confirming the UK's confidentiality regime is equivalent to DORA's requirements.
The European Insurance and Occupational Pensions Authority, European Banking Authority, and European Securities and Markets Authority signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Bank of England, Prudential Regulation Authority, and Financial Conduct Authority to enhance cooperation on oversight of critical ICT third-party service providers under the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA). The MoU establishes principles for cooperation, information sharing, and coordination to strengthen third-party risk management and operational resilience in the EU and UK financial sectors.
The Central Bank of Myanmar issued an open call without specifying its scope or requirements.
Panama’s Superintendency of the Securities Market announced a temporary operating schedule adjustment for Carnival, including special working hours from 14 January to 4 February 2026, office closures on 16 and 18 February, and suspension of legal deadlines during these closures, with regular hours resuming on 19 February.