Market Risk

Japan Bankers Association Urges Tax Reforms As Bond Yield Risks Rise

22/09/2026

The JBA has proposed sweeping tax reforms to support regional businesses, while warning that surging government bond yields could trigger industry write-downs.

Credit Risk

Thailand to Launch SME Credit Portal in December

22/09/2026

BOT will introduce a new online marketplace to connect small businesses with lenders and address declining credit access.

Credit Risk

Vietnam Establishes State-Owned AMC to Tackle Bad Debt

22/09/2026

The new state-owned company will operate under SBV supervision with VND5 trillion in capital and powers to acquire, restructure and recover bad debts.

Reporting & Disclosures

Australia Outlines Regulatory Reforms in 2026 Intergenerational Report

22/09/2026

The report highlights new climate disclosure rules, AI standards, and superannuation tax reforms shaping the Australian economy.

Credit Risk

OJK Indonesia Scraps Three-Platform Borrowing Limit for P2P Lending

22/09/2026

Plans to restrict borrowers to three online lending platforms have been cancelled to support inclusive alternative financing.

Korea to Launch New Fund to Revive Troubled Real Estate Projects

22/09/2026

The FSC has announced a new KRW 3 trillion fund to normalise stalled project financing sites and boost housing supply.

Structural Regulation

ASX Finalises Rules On Dilutive Acquisitions and Admission Status

22/09/2026

ASX has published its final response on listing rule amendments, which will take effect on 21 October 2026.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

ASIC Sues Lead Generation Firm for Misleading Consumers

22/09/2026

ASIC alleges Clark Family Pty Ltd misled consumers by selling their loan and insurance enquiries to the highest bidding broker.

CBDCs

Korean Ruling Party Opposes CBDC Pilot Over Privacy Concerns

22/09/2026

The leader of South Korea's ruling PPP has strongly opposed BOK's digital currency pilot, demanding legal safeguards.