The DNB has indicated it will introduce a floor for risk weights of domestic mortgage loan portfolios of Dutch banks. According to the regulator, the floor will increase with
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European Banking Authority consults on its STS framework for synthetic securitization
The European Banking Authority has launched a public consultation on its proposals for a simple, transparent and standardized (STS) framework for synthetic securitization. The consultation paper examines the rationale -
Australia: Regulator consults on further amendments to leverage ratio requirement
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has released for consultation draft prudential standard on the leverage ratio requirement for authorised deposit-taking institutions. The consultation sets out APRA’s response to -
The Bank of Mauritius consults on a guide for the issue of sustainable bonds
The Bank of Mauritius (Bank) has published a draft Guide for the issue of sustainable bonds (Guide). According to the regulator, the draft Guide constitutes the first step towards -
FSB: Updated regulatory framework for haircuts on OTC securities financing transactions
The Financial Stability Board has published updated regulatory framework for haircuts on certain non-centrally cleared securities financing transactions (SFTs). The framework aims to address financial stability risks associated with
February 21, 2021
FINTRAC updates its guidance on politically exposed persons
FINTRAC has updated its guidance on politically exposed persons and heads of international organizations, ongoing monitoring and business relationships. Further details are available here. Photo Credit: Pixabay North America
February 21, 2021
IsDB and ITFC sign agency agreement to support COVID-19 Restore Program
The Islamic Development Bank and the International Islamic Trade Finance Corporation have signed an agency agreement to facilitate the implementation of COVID-19 Restore Program. The program will be implemented through provision of trade finance and line of finance operations in member countries. The agreement also aims to further Asia & South America
February 16, 2021
Bank of Canada researches digital currency options
The Bank of Canada (Bank) is researching potential system designs and business models for a digital currency. In 2020, the Bank engaged three independent project teams to conduct exploratory design work. All three design proposals, coming from the University of Calgary, McGill University, and the University of Toronto and North America
February 10, 2021
LIBOR Transition: US regulator publishes a self-assessment tool for banks
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued a bulletin that provides a self-assessment tool for banks to evaluate their preparedness for the expected cessation of the London InterBank Offered Rate (LIBOR). The OCC indicates the tool can be used to assess the appropriateness of a North America