Capital / Liquidity

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Launches New Microfinance Initiatives to Boost Financial Inclusion

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

Three new microfinance products have been launched to provide low-interest credit to young people and vulnerable groups who struggle with mainstream finance.

Capital / Liquidity

IAIS Flags Gaps in Insurer Resolution and Liquidity Frameworks

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

An assessment of major insurance markets, including in APAC, found weaknesses in resolution planning, powers, and liquidity risk disclosure requirements.

Market Infrastructure

BNM Targets Cyber Risk, Consumer Credit in Latest Stability Review

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

Bank Negara Malaysia’s latest stability review outlines new measures for operational resilience, consumer credit, and insurance, while affirming the health of the financial system.

Capital / Liquidity

Singapore's New Insurance Capital Rules Take Effect, MAS Warns on Asset Risks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 01/04/2026

The rules, finalised on 16 March, introduce changes for infrastructure investments and equity risk, as MAS signals a future consultation on reinsurance.

Capital / Liquidity

South Korea Planning KRW 50 Trillion Venture Support Fund

By Manesh Samtani | 01/04/2026

The plan includes significant direct and indirect investments and offers liability exemptions to participating financial institutions to boost the innovation ecosystem.

Fintech / Regtech

HKMA Financial Stability Report Flags Risks From Global Tensions, AI Boom

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

Hong Kong’s banking sector remains resilient but faces risks from global uncertainties and the AI boom, the HKMA says.

Capital / Liquidity

Bank Indonesia Launches FX Repo Facility to Deepen Markets

By Mark Johnston | 31/03/2026

The central bank will allow its foreign currency securities to be used as collateral in new repo transactions to boost liquidity and support the rupiah.

Securities / Derivatives

China Issues Largest QDII Quota Increase Since 2021

By Manesh Samtani | 31/03/2026

The USD 5.3 billion increase comes amid high investor demand and a new regulatory push to prioritise public funds.

Capital / Liquidity

APRA Finalises Capital Rules to Bolster Australian Annuity Market

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 31/03/2026

APRA has finalised amendments to its capital framework for life insurers, aiming to foster innovation in retirement products.