IndusInd Bank Derivatives Case Study: Control Failures

IndusInd Bank Derivatives Case Study

In March 2025, IndusInd Bank disclosed discrepancies in account balances associated with its derivatives portfolio. An initial internal review estimated an adverse effect equivalent to approximately 2.35% of the bank’s net worth at 31 December 2024. An independent review subsequently Read More …

COSO ERM vs ISO 31000: Which Risk Framework Fits Your Organisation

COSO ERM vs ISO 31000: Which Risk Framework Fits Your Organisation

Enterprise risk management is no longer just a compliance requirement. In today’s complex business environment, organisations face strategic, operational, technological, and regulatory risks that can significantly impact growth, reputation, and sustainability. Selecting the right risk management framework is critical for Read More …

Companies Advised to Update Risk Registers for Better Strategic Insights

Organizations are being urged to rethink how they use risk registers, shifting from static compliance tools to dynamic instruments that drive actionable insights. Experts note that traditional risk registers often become tick-box exercises, failing to provide a clear view of Read More …

Geopolitical Risk Emerges as Key Concern for Risk Managers

Lockton has highlighted geopolitical risk as a critical issue for businesses worldwide, noting its growing impact on operational resilience, supply chains, and strategic decision-making. Companies are increasingly exposed to uncertainties stemming from political instability, regulatory changes, international conflicts, and trade Read More …

Finance Leaders Need New Risk Frameworks to Drive Sustainable Growth

Chief Financial Officers (CFOs) must broaden their approach to risk management and focus on capability-led growth as businesses navigate an increasingly complex environment, according to insights shared by senior executives from Kotak Mahindra Bank. Traditional financial metrics alone are no Read More …

Businesses Seek Greater Transfer Pricing Certainty in an Evolving Global Environment

As businesses face increasing regulatory complexity and global tax reforms, experts are calling for greater certainty in transfer pricing frameworks. Evolving international tax rules, geopolitical developments, and changing business models have made it more challenging for multinational companies to manage Read More …

Liquidity Stress Testing Frameworks and NBFC Risk Governance

Liquidity Stress Testing Frameworks and NBFC Risk Governance

The structural vulnerability of Non-Banking Financial Companies (NBFCs) within the Indian financial ecosystem has become a focal point of intense regulatory scrutiny. Unlike traditional commercial banks that enjoy a stable base of retail low-cost deposits, NBFCs operate under a highly Read More …

Risk Culture: The Invisible Control Framework

When major corporate failures occur, investigations often reveal a familiar pattern. Policies existed. Controls were documented. Committees met regularly. Reports were submitted. Yet warning signs were ignored, concerns were not escalated, and risks continued to build until they eventually materialised Read More …

Global Instability Pushes Geopolitical Risk Higher on Corporate Boardroom Agendas

Geopolitical risk has become one of the top concerns for directors and officers globally, according to the latest Directors and Officers Liability Insurance Survey by WTW and Reed Smith. The risk has climbed from 15th place last year to rank Read More …

Boards urged to take stronger ownership of risk oversight

Corporate boards are being encouraged to move beyond a passive approval role and take a more active approach to risk oversight as organisations face increasingly complex financial, technological and operational challenges. According to industry experts, modern boards are expected to Read More …