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2026-01-08•Dominican Republic•Central Bank of the Dominican Republic
The Central Bank of the Dominican Republic reported a 10.3% increase in remittance inflows for 2025, totaling USD 11,866.3 million, with December receipts up 9.5% year-on-year. For 2026, remittances are projected to grow by approximately 3.5% despite a new 1% US remittance tax, which is expected to have limited impact due to exemptions for bank and digital transfers.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Austria•Ministry of Finance (Austria)
Austria's Ministry of Finance reported a slight easing in the inflation rate for December, though it remains high, with Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer noting government measures like the rent brake and energy price actions are expected to impact soon. Marterbauer emphasized significant price hikes in services and plans to scrutinize fuel prices, as global crude oil price drops have not been mirrored at the pump.
Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksEconomic data and developments
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2026-01-07•Austria•Ministry of Finance (Austria)
Austria's Ministry of Finance warns entrepreneurs of fraudulent emails impersonating the ministry to capture business and payment data via fake websites. The ministry emphasizes that official communications are sent by post or to the FinanzOnline Databox and never request sensitive information like passwords or bank details.
SupervisionAlertsFraud and scams
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2026-01-07•Israel•Bank of Israel
The Bank of Israel reported foreign exchange reserves of USD 229,484 million at the end of December 2025, a decrease of USD 1,941 million from November, representing 39.4% of GDP. The decline was primarily due to government foreign exchange activity of USD 3,483 million, partially offset by a USD 1,509 million revaluation.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Mexico•Ministry of Finance & Public Credit (Mexico)
Mexico's Ministry of Finance updated its Sovereign Sustainable Financing Reference Framework, aligning it with the National Development Plan 2025–2030 to guide federal ESG funding. The framework, which received Moody’s highest Second Party Opinion rating, expands eligible expenditure categories and links eligibility to Mexico’s Sustainable Taxonomy, with oversight from the UN Development Programme and the Supreme Audit Institution.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsClimate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-07•Angola•Angola Capital Markets Commission
The Angola Capital Markets Commission has released its 2026 Regulatory Agenda for consultation, outlining strategic priorities and phases for regulatory interventions in securities and derivatives markets to enhance transparency and stakeholder engagement.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & priorities
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2026-01-07•Angola•Angola Capital Markets Commission
The Angola Capital Markets Commission has released its 2026 Activity Plan for consultation, detailing operational objectives aligned with its 2023-2027 Strategic Plan, focusing on promotion, supervision, cooperation, and internal organisation. The plan emphasizes development, technological innovation, financial education, regulatory updates, risk-based supervision, and strengthening relationships.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-07•Luxembourg•Central Bank of Luxembourg
The Central Bank of Luxembourg announced that the required reserve amount for the 23 December 2025 to 10 February 2026 maintenance period is EUR 6,652 million, marking an increase of EUR 168 million from the previous period, with related statistical data available on its website.
Monetary policyMonetary policy instruments & operationsMonetary data
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2026-01-07•Luxembourg•Central Bank of Luxembourg
The Central Bank of Luxembourg reported a 0.57% monthly increase in the aggregate balance sheet total of credit institutions to EUR 1,008,992 million as of 30 November 2025, with a 3.78% rise year-on-year. Key drivers included a rise in "other assets" and "other liabilities," while loans to non-bank customers and resident non-bank deposits showed mixed trends, with notable increases in household mortgage lending and deposits from financial intermediaries.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank's working paper examines the U-shaped relationship between collateralisation and corporate loan default risk in the euro area. Initial collateral reduces risk, but very high ratios increase it. Using AnaCredit data, the study identifies a reversal point at a 2.8 collateral ratio, where higher initial ratios lead to greater collateral value variance. It suggests overcollateralisation may weaken borrower incentives, increasing default risk.
ResearchCredit riskAsset quality
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2026-01-07•Europe•European Central Bank
The European Central Bank's working paper reveals that banks with higher climate transition risk, measured by "financed emissions," incur increased borrowing costs in the European interbank repo market, particularly during financial stress. Analyzing data from 2019–2022, the study finds these costs are 7–12% higher on average, with premiums intensifying in riskier segments and during market stress, suggesting faster repo rate adjustments for high-emission banks following policy rate hikes.
ResearchClimate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-07•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam hosted a delegation from the Bank of Korea under the 2025 Knowledge Sharing Partnership, focusing on strengthening balance of payments statistics. Recommendations include improving the legal framework and enhancing statistical reporting databases, with continued cooperation planned for 2026.
Policy & regulationCooperationCross-border cooperation
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2026-01-07•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Ms Nguyen Thi Thu Huong as Director of its Credit Institution Management and Supervision Department, effective 5 January 2026, succeeding her role as Acting Director.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-01-07•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority fined former Carillion plc finance directors Richard Adam and Zafar Khan for issuing misleading statements and failing to disclose financial troubles in Carillion’s UK construction business, contributing to inadequate oversight. Both acted recklessly and were knowingly involved in breaches of the Market Abuse Regulation and Listing Rules, while a related case involving former CEO Richard Howson is pending a tribunal hearing.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsFinancial benchmarksCorporate governance
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2026-01-07•Greece•Bank of Greece
The Bank of Greece reported that in November 2025, the weighted average rate on new euro-denominated deposits remained at 0.30%, while the rate on new loans increased by 20 basis points to 4.65%, widening the spread to 4.35 percentage points. The next update for December 2025 data is expected on 4 February 2026.
Monetary policyOtherMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-07•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus has initiated a programme of regular dialogues with the Cypriot business community to enhance sectoral monitoring and incorporate stakeholder input into policy formulation, aiming to improve understanding of its policies and strategies. The first meeting is set for 27 February 2026, focusing on the challenges and prospects of the Cyprus economy.
Institutional developmentCooperation & capacity buildingOther
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2026-01-07•United Kingdom•Bank of England
The Bank of England's Statistical Notice 2026/01 outlines submission and revision deadlines for eligible liability data for the 2026/27 levy year, requiring institutions to submit the Eligible Liabilities Return by 15 January 2026 and revisions by 30 January 2026. The indicative annual timetable is detailed in the Bank of England Levy Framework Document.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsRegulatory reporting
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2026-01-07•Türkiye•Ministry of Finance & Treasury (Türkiye)
Türkiye's Ministry of Treasury and Finance has tasked Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank, BNP Paribas, Citi, Goldman Sachs, and Standard Chartered with arranging a USD-denominated dual-tranche bond issuance with seven- and 12-year maturities as part of its 2026 external financing programme.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsSecurities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Japan•Bank of Japan
The Bank of Japan's Research and Statistics Department released its quarterly estimates of Japan's output gap and potential growth rate, emphasizing the estimates' variability and potential for revision. The data, updated on the third business day of each quarter, is available on the Bank's website.
Data & statistics
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2026-01-07•Ukraine•National Bank of Ukraine
The National Bank of Ukraine reported that Ukraine's international reserves reached a record USD 57.3 billion as of 1 January 2026, driven by significant official inflows in December. The reserves, covering 5.9 months of future imports, increased 30.8% in 2025, with major contributions from the European Union and World Bank, while the NBU anticipates over USD 45 billion from international partners in 2026.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Austria•Ministry of Finance (Austria)
Austria's Ministry of Finance reported a slight easing in inflation for December, though it remains high, with Finance Minister Markus Marterbauer highlighting recent anti-inflation measures such as rent price controls and energy price regulations. The government will focus on service-sector prices and scrutinize fuel prices, noting that global crude oil price declines have not been fully reflected at the pump.
Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksEconomic data and developments
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2026-01-07•Australia•Australian Securities & Investments Commission
The Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) has suspended Transitional Funding Pty Ltd’s Australian credit licence for six months, effective 19 December 2025, due to non-compliance with key person requirements and unpaid industry funding levies. Transitional Funding must address these issues by 17 June 2026 or face potential licence cancellation, with the option to seek a review of ASIC’s decision through the Administrative Review Tribunal.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsCompliance
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2026-01-07•Bahamas•Bahamas Securities Commission
The Securities Commission of The Bahamas announced a structured enforcement approach for late filings under the Automatic Exchange of Financial Account Information Act, 2017, with penalties applicable. Late filings for 2022 and 2023 will be managed by the Competent Authority, while 2024 filings will be handled by the Designated Supervisory Authority, and firms have 14 days to dispute or pay penalties upon receiving a notice.
EnforcementEnforcement frameworkAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-07•Italy•Bank of Italy
The Bank of Italy announced that the €-coin indicator rose to 0.52 in December from 0.48 in November, driven by positive trends in services and a recovery in the construction sector.
Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksEconomic data and developments
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2026-01-07•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission filed criminal complaints against 21 individuals for allegedly manipulating Premier Tank Corporation's share price and trading volume, referring the case to the Department of Special Investigation and the Anti-Money Laundering Office. The SEC's investigation, initiated by a 2022 referral from the Stock Exchange of Thailand, found evidence of collusion on PTC's first trading day, leading to charges under the Securities and Exchange Act and the Penal Code.
EnforcementInvestigations & enforcement actionsMarket abuse
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2026-01-07•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission has mandated Samchai Steel Industries Public Company Limited to submit rectified financial statements for 2024 and the second quarter of 2025 by 8 January 2026, and for the third quarter of 2025 by 6 February 2026, following audit findings of inventory-related inaccuracies. The SEC rejected SAM's request for a further extension, emphasizing the company's awareness of these issues since July 2025.
SupervisionInterventionsAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-07•Thailand•Thailand Securities & Exchange Commission
The Thailand Securities and Exchange Commission inspected ERX Co., Ltd., operating as Kucoin Thailand, after its temporary suspension due to capital fund deficiencies, confirming all client assets were secure as of 6 January 2026. ERX must restore its capital fund to resume operations and communicate effectively with clients, while the SEC advises clients to monitor updates and contact ERX for asset withdrawals.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsClient asset custody and safekeeping
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2026-01-07•Zimbabwe•Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe is recruiting an AML Surveillance and Supervision Officer for its Operations Department. The role includes developing AML/CFT/CPF supervisory tools, conducting risk assessments and inspections, and investigating potential violations by licensees. Applications close on 20 January 2026.
Institutional developmentWorkforce & recruitmentAML and CFTSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-07•Zimbabwe•Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe is recruiting a CIS Supervision Analyst in its Operations Department. The role covers prudential supervision, inspections, risk assessments, investigations and enforcement-related work for CIS and asset management. Applications close on 20 January 2026.
Institutional developmentWorkforce & recruitmentHiring and recruitment
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2026-01-07•Zimbabwe•Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe
The Securities & Exchange Commission of Zimbabwe is recruiting two graduate trainees for its Operations Department. The roles cover market surveillance, supervision, stress testing and risk assessment, with a focus on candidates with quantitative and financial modelling skills. Applications close on 13 January 2026.
Institutional developmentWorkforce & recruitmentHiring and recruitment
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2026-01-07•Tanzania•Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority
The Tanzania Insurance Regulatory Authority's Western Zone is conducting inspections with Traffic Police in Shinyanga and Kahama to ensure compliance with motor vehicle insurance requirements, urging vehicle owners to use valid policies and passengers to verify insurance status via the TIRAMIS mobile system. Inspections took place in Shinyanga from January 5-6, 2026, and will continue in Kahama from January 7-9, 2026.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsOther
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2026-01-07•Luxembourg•Luxembourg Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier
The Luxembourg Commission de Surveillance du Secteur Financier reported a 0.29% monthly increase in total net assets of Luxembourg UCIs, reaching EUR 6,179.880 billion as of 30 November 2025. This increase was driven by EUR 27.992 billion in net capital investments, partially offset by a EUR 10.413 billion negative financial market impact. The number of UCIs decreased to 3,045, with notable inflows into USD money market funds and outflows from EUR money market funds.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicatorsSupervisory data
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2026-01-07•Rwanda•Rwanda Capital Markets Authority
The Rwanda Capital Markets Authority appointed Eric Ngabonziza Karekezi as Acting Chief Executive Officer to ensure leadership continuity while the Board selects a permanent CEO. Karekezi, previously CMA’s Head of Market Development, brings over 20 years of experience in financial institutions and public-sector roles.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-01-07•Poland•Central Bank of Poland
Narodowy Bank Polski reported that Poland's official reserve assets reached EUR 231.0 billion (USD 271.1 billion) at the end of December 2025, marking an increase of EUR 1.9 billion from the previous month. The central bank emphasized that reserve management focuses on safety and liquidity, with investments primarily in Treasury securities and diversified global equity exposure.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•United States•Federal Reserve Board
The Federal Reserve Board's FEDS Note uses a Bayesian Markov-switching framework to estimate recession probabilities with employment data, indicating low national recession risk from 2023 to 2025 and classifying the COVID-19 recession as U-shaped. State-level analysis reveals localized risks and a shift towards L-shaped recessions post-1990s, with Massachusetts and Rhode Island showing higher U-shaped probabilities and New York and New Jersey exhibiting elevated L-shaped probabilities.
ResearchEconomic data and developments
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2026-01-07•Bulgaria•National Bank of Bulgaria
The Bulgarian National Bank reports the lev-to-euro exchange is proceeding as planned, with 48% of lev cash withdrawn and over EUR 3.1 billion circulated. Banks must offer free exchange services in early 2026, with identification requirements for large transactions. The Bank monitors compliance and notes euro coin starter kits sales ended on 30 December 2025.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsCurrency and cash management
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2026-01-07•Bulgaria•National Bank of Bulgaria
The National Bank of Bulgaria will open its cash desks and Cash Services Company JSC branches on four Saturdays in January 2026 to meet increased demand for exchanging Bulgarian lev into euros after Bulgaria's euro area accession. Operations at BNB headquarters and Cash Centre in Sofia will serve individuals, while Cash Services Company JSC branches will also cater to legal entities. The BNB confirmed that Bulgarian-national-side euro coins are valid throughout the euro area and in non-euro jurisdictions accepting the euro.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsCurrency and cash management
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2026-01-07•China•Central Bank of the Republic of China
The People's Bank of China will issue the 2026 Chinese Dragon Silver Commemorative Coin as legal tender on January 15, 2026, with a maximum circulation of 2,000,000 pieces. The coin, minted by Shenzhen Guobao Mint Co., Ltd. and distributed by China Gold Coin Group Co., Ltd., contains 31.104 grams of sterling silver with a fineness of 99.9% and a denomination of 10 yuan.
Monetary policyOther
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2026-01-07•Colombia•Central Bank of Colombia
Central Bank of Colombia board member César Giraldo emphasized at the III Congress of Popular Economies that Colombia's "popular economy" and informality, affecting over 50% of the workforce, should be addressed through tailored rights and social protection rather than punitive measures. Giraldo proposed policy changes including simplified social security, tax, and labour regimes, and adjustments to public procurement rules, citing examples from Brazil and Argentina.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-07•Ghana•Bank of Ghana
The Bank of Ghana's Governor noted significant macroeconomic improvements in 2025, including sharp disinflation, gradual easing of monetary policy, and a stronger cedi. Inflation fell from 23.8% in December 2024 to 5.4% in December 2025, prompting a reduction in the Monetary Policy Rate from 27.0% to 18.0%. The Governor emphasized that sustaining exchange rate stability requires fiscal discipline and a shift towards a more productive and competitive economy.
Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-07•United States•Federal Reserve Board
The Federal Reserve Board's Vice Chair for Supervision, Michelle W. Bowman, outlined 2025 supervisory and regulatory modernization efforts, focusing on material financial risks, transparency, and reducing burdens on community banks. Key reforms include recalibrating leverage ratios, revising stress testing, and eliminating reputational risk from supervision, with further regulatory changes anticipated soon.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission
The U.S. Securities & Exchange Commission has proposed amendments to redefine "small entities" under the Regulatory Flexibility Act by raising asset-based thresholds and updating asset aggregation methods for registered investment companies, advisers, and business development companies. The proposal includes a mechanism for inflation adjustments every 10 years, with comments due 60 days post-publication in the Federal Register.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-01-07•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus released November 2025 monetary financial institution statistics, noting slight increases in household deposit and key retail loan rates, a significant rise in large corporate loan pricing, and a decrease in net new lending. Cyprus's interest rates on outstanding loans were near the Eurozone median, while deposit rates were the lowest, attributed to high bank liquidity with a Liquidity Coverage Ratio of 319%.
Data & statisticsMonetary data
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2026-01-07•Cyprus•Central Bank of Cyprus
The Central Bank of Cyprus released preliminary Q3 2025 external statistics, showing a narrowed current account deficit of EUR 95.0 million and increased external debt compared to Q2 2025. Adjusted for special purpose entities, the current account deficit was EUR 304.0 million, with a net liability international investment position of EUR 13,386.8 million and gross external debt of EUR 59,824.1 million.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Pakistan•Securites & Exchange Commission of Pakistan
The Securities and Exchange Commission of Pakistan approved the prospectus for Pak-Qatar General Takaful Limited's IPO of 30,000,000 ordinary shares, representing 29.67% of its post-IPO capital, with 75% allocated to book-building and 25% to retail investors. This marks the first dedicated general takaful company listing on the Pakistan Stock Exchange and the sixth IPO on the PSX Main Board in FY 2025–26.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsSecurities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Isle of Man•Isle of Man Financial Services Authority
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority, with partner agencies, is advancing the revised National Risk Assessment to address financial crime threats. Completed elements include risk profiles on eGaming, financial crime, and terrorist financing. Further assessments on legal entities, proliferation financing, and virtual assets are anticipated, alongside workshops to enhance anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism frameworks.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilots
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2026-01-07•South Africa•South African Reserve Bank
The South African Reserve Bank’s Financial Surveillance Department updated the Currency and Exchanges Manual for Authorised Dealers, removing the South African Revenue Service Tax Compliance Status requirement for individuals making current transfers above the single discretionary allowance (SDA) limit. The SDA remains at ZAR 1 million per resident individual per calendar year. Transfers exceeding this limit now require Financial Surveillance Department verification and approval, with proof of the transfer's bona fide nature and legitimacy.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsForeign exchange policy and markets
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2026-01-07•South Africa•South African Reserve Bank
The South African Reserve Bank's Financial Surveillance Department now permits individuals to request additional single discretionary allowances above ZAR 1 million for bona fide current transfers without a Tax Compliance Status. Transfers exceeding this limit require verification of their bona fide nature and legitimacy, with approval based on supporting proof. Amendments to the Authorised Dealer Manual reflect these changes, including verification requirements for current transfers above prescribed limits.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsCross-border payments
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2026-01-07•Uganda•Uganda Capital Markets Authority
The Uganda Capital Markets Authority has issued guidance on information required from licensed persons for no objection requests for director and employee appointments and ongoing fit and proper assessments under Schedule 3 of the Capital Markets Authority Act. An annual submission is now required for board and executive management to update their fit and proper status. Compliance is effective immediately, with the Authority able to request additional information.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationFitness and propriety
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2026-01-07•Türkiye•Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency of Türkiye
Türkiye’s Insurance and Private Pension Regulation and Supervision Agency has authorised NEMLI Sigorta Brokerligi AŞ to operate as an insurance broker in life and non-life insurance, following a review under Insurance Law No. 5684 and the Insurance and Reinsurance Brokers Regulation.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence approval
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2026-01-07•Uganda•Uganda Capital Markets Authority
The Uganda Capital Markets Authority has issued guidance on documentation required for collective investment schemes seeking approval for CEO appointments or controller changes. CEO submissions include identification, tax compliance evidence, and a fit and proper form, while controller changes require shareholder information and financial statements. Licensed entities must also provide annual updates for ongoing fit and proper assessments.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationLicence approval
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2026-01-07•Paraguay•Central Bank of Paraguay
The Central Bank of Paraguay has launched a public consultation on a draft Primary Dealers Program for Monetary Regulation Bills that is intended to deepen the LRM secondary market. The proposal sets objective designation criteria and rules on dealers’ rights, obligations, performance reviews, continued participation and sanctions. It is designed to support auction demand, secondary market liquidity, monetary policy transmission and a reference yield curve.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsMarket development
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2026-01-07•United Kingdom•Prudential Regulation Authority
The Prudential Regulation Authority published a readout of a roundtable with chief financial officers of systemically important UK firms on its Future Banking Data project, aimed at reducing regulatory reporting burden and reforming banking data collection. Firms broadly supported proposed whole template deletions, suggested further cuts in duplicative reporting, and discussed links with public disclosures. The PRA and the Bank of England proposed mortgages as an initial “collect once and well” use case and flagged a forthcoming discussion paper on data collection. The PRA is also developing a new portal to digitise and automate interactions with its Authorisations function, with a prototype to be tested with a small number of firms.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsRegulatory burden
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2026-01-07•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission released the Ministry of Finance's consolidated document 48/VBHN-BTC, combining Decree 155/2020 on the Securities Law implementation with Decree 245/2025 amendments. This document was authenticated by the Minister of Finance on 26 December 2025.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsSecurities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Vietnam•Vietnam State Securities Commission
The Vietnam State Securities Commission released the Ministry of Finance's consolidated text No. 47/VBHN-BTC, integrating Circular 91/2020/TT-BTC on financial safety indicators with amendments from Circular 102/2025/TT-BTC. This consolidation addresses measures for handling securities business organizations failing to meet financial safety indicators.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsPrudential risksAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-07•Ukraine•Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market
Oleksiy Semeniuk has been appointed Chairman of the Ukraine National Commission on Securities and Stock Market, with priorities including stable regulation, transparency, investor protection, and alignment with European standards.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-01-07•Iceland•Central Bank of Iceland
The Central Bank of Iceland published minutes from its Financial Stability Committee meeting, highlighting discussions on global and domestic financial conditions, pension fund strategies, private sector debt, real estate market dynamics, and the resilience of financial institutions. The meeting also covered scenarios for the 2026 stress test on systemically important banks, borrower-based measures, and cyber and operational security issues.
SupervisionRisk monitoring & watch pointsFinancial stability and systemic risk
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2026-01-07•India•Securities & Exchange Board of India
The Securities and Exchange Board of India has postponed the implementation of the mutual fund industry's additional incentive structure for distributors targeting new individual investors from B-30 cities and new women investors to 1 March 2026, due to operational challenges. All other provisions of the 27 November 2025 circular remain unchanged.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-01-07•Portugal•Bank of Portugal
The Bank of Portugal has warned that Cesaltina Ângela José Máquina is not authorised to conduct any financial activities in Portugal, including payment services like money remittance. The Legal Framework for Payment Services and Electronic Money mandates that only authorised entities can provide such services.
SupervisionAlertsUnlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-07•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority reported a decrease in Hong Kong's foreign currency reserve assets to USD 427.9 billion at end-December 2025 from USD 429.4 billion at end-November 2025, with no unsettled foreign exchange contracts recorded. The reserves equate to over five times the currency in circulation and about 38% of HKD M3, and the HKMA announced its January 2026 schedule for Exchange Fund data press releases.
Data & statisticsBalance of payments and other external statistics
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2026-01-07•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Monetary Authority
The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued a public scam alert regarding fraudulent websites and fake internet banking login screens involving The Bank of East Asia, Shanghai Commercial Bank, and Chong Hing Bank. The HKMA emphasized that banks will not send SMS or emails with embedded hyperlinks for transactions or request sensitive information, advising affected individuals to contact their bank and report to the Hong Kong Police Force.
SupervisionAlertsFraud and scams
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2026-01-07•Chile•Chile Financial Market Commission
The Chile Financial Market Commission has introduced a new reporting mechanism for Low-Value Payment Clearinghouses (LVPCs) to submit monthly data on operations related to liquidity and capital requirements. This mechanism, enhancing General Rule No. 489, includes a standardized form to monitor payment orders, net positions, and guarantees, alongside LVPC manager liquidity and capital requirements. The CMF also released a report summarizing feedback from a public consultation.
SupervisionRegulatory reporting
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2026-01-07•Norway•Norwegian Finanstilsynet
The Norwegian Financial Supervisory Authority released an inspection report on RSM Norge AS, highlighting deficiencies in its audit of a bank, particularly concerning expected loan losses and unauthorized additional services. The report also notes potential breaches of the Auditor Act, including inadequate follow-up on monitoring reviews and inventory audit issues for six clients.
SupervisionReviews, inspections & stress testsAuditing
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2026-01-07•Philippines•Central Bank of the Philippines
The Central Bank of the Philippines swore in Department of Finance Secretary Frederick D. Go as a member of the Monetary Board, replacing Ralph G. Recto, with the oath administered by BSP Governor Eli M. Remolona Jr. on 08 January 2026.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs released a statement from Senator Elizabeth Warren urging federal measures to curb housing costs by restricting corporate investors from purchasing homes, while criticizing former President Donald Trump for inaction and advocating for bipartisan support in Congress.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesOther
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
The U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs, led by Elizabeth Warren and Chuck Schumer, released a "Broken Promises Report" criticizing President Trump for not reducing housing costs and discussed legislative options like the ROAD to Housing Act. The report highlighted pressures from rents and mortgage payments, with stakeholders urging oversight of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development and related agencies.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesOther
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs
Senator Elizabeth Warren urged the U.S. Senate Committee on Banking, Housing and Urban Affairs to address potential conflicts of interest in crypto market structure legislation following World Liberty Financial's federal bank charter application, highlighting concerns due to its co-founder, President Donald Trump. Warren emphasized the need for transparency from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency, especially after the GENIUS Act expanded its responsibilities.
Policy & regulationOtherLicence approval
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2026-01-07•Panama•Panama Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores
The Panama Superintendency of the Securities Market will close its offices on 9 January 2026 for Martyrs' Day, resuming normal operations on 12 January 2026.
Other
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2026-01-07•Europe•Eurosif
Eurosif announced that the Hungarian Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (HuSif) has joined as its twelfth full member, marking Hungary as the third Central and Eastern European country represented at this level. HuSif aims to enhance sustainable finance through collaboration and advocacy, contributing regional perspectives to Eurosif's efforts and supporting domestic market development.
Policy & regulationCooperationClimate risk and sustainable finance
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2026-01-07•Madagascar•Central Bank of Madagascar
The Central Bank of Madagascar has released an economic conditions bulletin covering the first quarter of 2025.
Data & statisticsEconomic data and developments
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2026-01-07•United States•U.S. Financial Services Committee
The U.S. House Committee on Financial Services introduced the Main Street Capital Access Act, aimed at supporting local bank formation and easing capital access barriers for small and mid-sized banks, linked to Chairman French Hill’s community banking principles and recent hearings on banking topics. The Committee released the bill text, a summary, and detailed materials.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsOther
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2026-01-07•Madagascar•Central Bank of Madagascar
The Central Bank of Madagascar’s second quarter 2025 economic bulletin shows a sharper contraction in business activity, a slight easing in inflation to 8.2 percent and a wider current account deficit. It also records a May policy rate increase to 12.00 percent, stronger foreign exchange reserves at USD 3.067 billion and continued solid bank lending growth. Formal firms surveyed expect a modest rebound in activity in the third quarter.
Monetary policyMonetary policy assessments & outlooksEconomic data and developments
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2026-01-07•Sri Lanka•Central Bank of Sri Lanka
The Central Bank of Sri Lanka has issued a procurement notice for a firm to evaluate the competencies of its probationary staff officers, with a pre-bid meeting on 20 January 2026 and bid submissions closing on 27 January 2026.
Institutional developmentProcurement
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2026-01-07•Peru•Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores de Peru
Peru's Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores reported a 31% increase in corporate financing through primary public offerings in 2025, with 32 companies raising USD 1,398 million. Debt placements were predominantly in Peruvian soles due to its lower volatility, and issuance volumes surged in December, while the Alternative Securities Market saw a 52% rise in non-corporate financing.
Data & statisticsSecurities offerings and listings
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2026-01-07•Peru•Central Bank of Peru
The Central Bank of Peru reported a 6.9% year-on-year growth in outstanding mortgage credit for home purchases in November 2025, driven by an 8.0% increase in local-currency mortgages. The total outstanding stock reached PEN 74,930 million, with mortgage dollarisation at 6.3%.
Data & statisticsFinancial and market indicatorsSupervisory data
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2026-01-07•Jordan•Jordan Securities Commission
The Jordan Securities Commission announced that its chairman, Imad Mohammed Abu Haltam, was honored by the University of Jordan's Faculty of Business during its Diamond Jubilee celebration.
Other
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2026-01-07•Iraq•Central Bank of Iraq
The Central Bank of Iraq's Board of Directors approved the 2026 budget using a program and performance budgeting methodology, marking a shift from traditional line-item budgeting. This change, under the Central Bank of Iraq Law No. 56 of 2004, is the first of its kind among Iraqi state institutions, with the bank offering technical support and training for similar transitions.
Institutional developmentGovernanceMandate change
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2026-01-07•Qatar•Qatar Central Bank
Qatar Central Bank reported that international reserves and foreign currency liquidity rose to QAR 261.9 billion in December 2025, with total official reserves increasing to QAR 202.2 billion compared to December 2024.
Data & statisticsMonetary data
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2026-01-07•Global•Bank for International Settlements
The Bank for International Settlements published a BIS Bulletin analyzing the impact of the AI investment boom on macroeconomic outcomes and corporate financing, noting a shift from funding capital expenditure with operating cash flows to increased debt use. The Bulletin highlights moderate macroeconomic and financial stability risks, contingent on AI firms meeting high earnings expectations, with significant growth in AI-related investments in the U.S. contributing notably to GDP growth.
ResearchArtificial intelligence
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2026-01-06•Bulgaria•Bulgaria Financial Supervision Commission
The Bulgaria Financial Supervision Commission approved key supervisory appointments, including Wassim El Helou to the Supervisory Board of Allianz Bulgaria AD and Stela Zheleva as Head of Internal Audit at Phoenix Re Insurance Company AD, and enacted pension fund rule changes. Additionally, the FSC adopted its regulatory activity program for the first half of 2026.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence approval
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has amended its Directions on Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) to include a new note-to-accounts requirement for related-party exposure disclosures, effective from 1 April 2026. These amendments require NBFCs to report detailed information on related-party loans and contracts, including their proportions of total credit exposure and classifications as Special Mention Accounts or Non-Performing Assets.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•India•Reserve Bank of India
The Reserve Bank of India has revised its financial statement presentation and disclosure framework for all-India financial institutions, mandating new note disclosures on related party exposures in line with updated credit risk management requirements. These changes, effective from 1 April 2026, require detailed year-on-year reporting of loans and contracts with related parties, including sanctions, balances, and provisions.
Policy & regulationRules & requirementsAccounting and financial reporting
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2026-01-06•Europe•Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
The European Parliament Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection is enhancing online safeguards for minors, advocating stricter controls on harmful digital practices and increased platform accountability under the Digital Services Act. The committee's report recommends a digital age limit of 16 for social media access, with no access under 13, and emphasizes transparency, education, and responsible digital design, with a vote expected in February 2026.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesConsumer and investor protection
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2026-01-06•Europe•Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection
The European Parliament’s Committee on the Internal Market and Consumer Protection has invited SHEIN to its 27 January meeting to enhance oversight of online marketplaces' compliance with EU regulations, following concerns about illegal and unsafe goods entering the EU. Members of the European Parliament have urged the European Commission to improve enforcement and update legislation, highlighting issues with large platforms like SHEIN and Temu.
Policy & regulationReform agendas & prioritiesConsumer and investor protection
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2026-01-06•Panama•Panama Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores
The Panama Superintendency of the Securities Market issued a public alert warning that Roger Eberto Cerdas Miranda and associated entities, including The Capital Trading Fund and Traders Profit Club-Panama City, are not licensed or authorised to conduct securities-related business in Panama.
SupervisionAlertsUnlicensed or unauthorized activity
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2026-01-06•Panama•Panama Superintendencia del Mercado de Valores
The Panama Superintendency of the Securities Market warned investors about unauthorized use of the name of licensed investment adviser Private Investment Management Advisors Panama, S.A. (Creand Wealth Management), licensed under Resolution SMV-463-16.
SupervisionAlertsLicence withdrawal
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2026-01-06•Europe•European Securities and Markets Authority
The European Securities and Markets Authority's third report on marketing requirements under the Regulation on cross-border distribution of funds shows no significant changes in national fund marketing rules since 2023, and includes new statistics on cross-border marketing notifications, with Luxembourg and Ireland leading. UCITS notifications made up 56% of the total, while alternative investment funds accounted for 44%.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationCross-border paymentsSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam appointed Ms. Nguyen Thi Van as Deputy Director of the Transaction Department, effective May 1, 2026, with expectations to collaborate on monetary policy and banking activities.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
The State Bank of Vietnam's Region 5 conference outlined 2026 priorities, emphasizing discipline, staff training, currency and banking management, credit quality controls, and digital transformation. As of December 31, 2025, mobilized capital exceeded VND 243 trillion, with outstanding loans at VND 235 trillion and bad debts at 1.5%, while capital allocation for 2026 will focus on green credit and the circular economy.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsOther
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•State Bank of Vietnam
State Bank of Vietnam Deputy Governor Pham Quang Dung emphasized BIDV's alignment with government and SBV policies, highlighting its 2021–2025 achievements and restructuring efforts, and outlined 2026 priorities for enhanced internal controls and digital transformation. BIDV reported significant growth in credit balances, total assets, and capital mobilisation by the end of 2025, with improvements in capital adequacy and return on equity.
SupervisionSupervision approach, priorities & toolkitOther
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2026-01-06•Vietnam•Ministry of Finance (Vietnam)
Vietnam's Ministry of Finance reported stable macroeconomic conditions in 2025, with GDP growth at 8%, inflation at 3.3%, and state budget revenue exceeding estimates by 34.74%. The stock market was upgraded to a secondary emerging market, and import-export turnover surpassed USD 930 billion with a trade surplus of over USD 20 billion.
Data & statisticsOther
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2026-01-06•United Kingdom•Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority released a technical note detailing the cost-benefit analysis for its proposed UK equity consolidated tape framework, including demand estimation and commercial viability across four tape-data scenarios. The analysis, based on an April 2025 survey, assesses demand at various price points and projects user adoption, with viability determined by comparing projected revenues to costs, noting that some scenarios may not break even.
Policy & regulationGuidance & interpretationMarket development
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2026-01-06•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan approved Ergin Zulkuf Alperdi's appointment to the management board and as managing director of JSC Subsidiary Bank Kazakhstan-Ziraat International Bank, per protocol No 99/BVU/T dated 22 December 2025.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsOther
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2026-01-06•Kazakhstan•Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan
The Agency for Regulation and Development of the Financial Market of the Republic of Kazakhstan and the National Bank of the Republic of Kazakhstan have suspended the provision to reduce the GST on mortgage housing loans from 25% to 20%, effective from 1 November 2025 to 1 July 2026, to balance mortgage loan costs and maintain banking-sector stability.
Monetary policyMonetary policy instruments & operationsMonetary policy decisions and developments
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2026-01-06•Tajikistan•National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan
The National Bank of the Republic of Tajikistan has licensed Pulsar, a small microdeposit credit organisation, to conduct banking operations in both national and foreign currencies.
SupervisionAuthorisations & approvalsLicence approval
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2026-01-06•Portugal•National Council of Financial Supervisors
Portugal’s National Council of Financial Supervisors reviewed legislative initiatives, fintech updates, and financial education plans during its 28 November 2025 meeting, and agreed to form a working group on equity release scheme regulation. The council also discussed financial stability risks and the IMF’s Financial Sector Assessment Program progress, with further technical work planned for 2026.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsMacroprudential policy and toolsSupervision process and methodologies
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2026-01-06•Indonesia•OJK
The Indonesia Financial Services Authority (OJK) has appointed new deputy commissioners, department heads, and regional office heads to enhance supervisory functions and support its organizational transformation under Law No. 4 of 2023 on Financial Sector Development and Strengthening. These appointments, announced at a ceremony in Jakarta on 5 January, aim to reinforce OJK's regional presence and oversight capabilities.
Institutional developmentLeadership change & appointmentsLeadership change and appointments
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2026-01-06•Indonesia•OJK
Indonesia’s Financial Services Authority (OJK) conducted a financial education programme at SMA Taruna Nusantara, emphasizing prudent financial management and the risks of digital finance. The event included a talk show and inauguration of student ambassadors, with participation from the Indonesia Stock Exchange, Bank Negara Indonesia, and Pegadaian.
Financial literacy & educationFinancial literacy and education
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2026-01-06•Hong Kong•Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority
The Hong Kong Mandatory Provident Fund Schemes Authority reported a 16.5% net return for the Mandatory Provident Fund in 2025, marking the third consecutive year of positive performance, with total assets reaching HKD 1,550 billion. Equity and mixed-assets funds, comprising 80% of MPF assets, have consistently outperformed inflation since inception, while the Core Accumulation Fund under the Default Investment Strategy has averaged 6.9% annual returns since 2017.
Data & statisticsActivity and performance reporting
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2026-01-06•United Kingdom•Bank of England
The Bank of England released minutes from the UK Money Markets Code Sub-Committee meeting, detailing updates to the UK Money Market Code, changes to Euroclear UK & International's Short Term Repo facility, and progress on Euroclear’s CREST Transformation programme. The Financial Conduct Authority has re-recognised the updated Code as an industry standard until November 2028, with Euroclear planning a new bond allocation method in April 2026 and further updates expected at the next meeting.
Policy & regulationImplementation, projects & pilotsOther