Federal Financial Supervisory Authority (BaFin) has identified widespread deficiencies in sustainability risk management practices across banks, highlighting growing regulatory concern regarding how financial institutions address environmental, social, and governance (ESG) risks within their operations and strategic planning. The findings suggest Read More …
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BaFin identifies gaps in banks’ sustainability risk management
Global banking regulators issue climate risk principles
Global banking regulators have introduced a new set of principles aimed at strengthening the management and supervision of climate-related financial risks across the banking sector. The guidance reflects growing international concern over the impact of climate change on financial stability, Read More …
APRA urges stronger AI risk management in finance sector
The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority (APRA) has called for a significant improvement in artificial intelligence risk management practices across the financial sector, highlighting growing concerns around governance, accountability, and operational resilience as AI adoption accelerates. APRA noted that banks, insurers, Read More …
RBI Withdraws April 1 Circular on Forex Risk Management and Interbank Dealings
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has withdrawn its April 1 circular related to forex risk management and interbank dealings, indicating a reassessment of regulatory directions in this critical area. According to the report, the earlier circular had introduced guidelines Read More …
OCC Issues Bulletin 2026-13 on Strengthening Risk Management Practices
The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has released Bulletin 2026-13, reinforcing expectations for banks to strengthen risk management practices and governance frameworks in an increasingly complex financial environment. According to the bulletin, banks are required to maintain Read More …
RBI Proposes Risk-Based Deposit Insurance Premiums Under Basel III Framework
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has proposed introducing risk-based deposit insurance premiums for banks, aligning with global best practices and Basel III norms. The move is aimed at strengthening financial stability and encouraging prudent risk management across the banking Read More …
RBI to Roll Out Risk-Based Deposit Insurance from April
The Reserve Bank of India will introduce a risk-based premium framework for deposit insurance from April, shifting away from the current uniform pricing model applicable to all banks. Under the revised system, premiums payable to the Deposit Insurance and Credit Read More …
RBI Introduces Comprehensive Credit Risk Management Framework for Commercial Banks
The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) has introduced a comprehensive set of credit risk management guidelines aimed at strengthening the resilience and governance standards of commercial banks. The new framework seeks to improve how banks identify, assess, monitor, and mitigate Read More …
Bangladesh Bank launches risk-based supervision to strengthen oversight
The Bangladesh Bank (BB) has introduced a new Risk-Based Supervision (RBS) framework, marking a shift from traditional compliance-oriented oversight to a more proactive, risk-centric supervision model aimed at restoring confidence among depositors and strengthening financial system resilience. Under the new Read More …
Natural disasters emerge as growing risk factor for banks
Banks across the region are facing rising financial and operational risks as the frequency and severity of natural disasters continue to increase, prompting regulators and financial institutions to reassess their risk management frameworks. Extreme weather events such as floods, storms, Read More …