Capital / Liquidity

Capital / Liquidity

Malaysian Debt Collection Industry Launches Professional Association

By Editors | 27/06/2025

Malaysia’s debt collection industry has formed an association to promote ethical practices, regulatory compliance, and professional standards.

Capital / Liquidity

Indian Government Considers Raising Deposit Insurance Limit

By Editors | 27/06/2025

India is considering raising bank deposit insurance cover beyond the current limit of INR 500,000, less than 5 years since the last increase.

Capital / Liquidity

MAS Issues New Guidance to Strengthen VCC Governance

By Nithya Subramanian | 27/06/2025

A thematic review revealed gaps in custody arrangements, director appointments, fund management substance, and AML controls.

Capital / Liquidity

BOK Revamps Liquidity Management Framework, Expands Access

By Manesh Samtani | 27/06/2025

Regular repo purchases will be introduced alongside an expansion of the range of eligible collateral and new participation incentives.

Capital / Liquidity

Bangladesh to Reform Insurance Law to Combat Mismanagement

By Mark Johnston | 26/06/2025

The government is moving to overhaul the Insurance Act following scandals that left thousands of policyholders in financial limbo.

Capital / Liquidity

IFC Examines Feasibility of Securitisation Market in Bangladesh

By Mark Johnston | 26/06/2025

The IFC is studying the possible establishment of a securitisation market in Bangladesh, though experts say foundation elements are lacking.

Capital / Liquidity

China Strengthens Market Risk Management for Commercial Banks

By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2025

The new rules aim to strengthen governance and improve the overall management of market risk within commercial banks.

Capital / Liquidity

China Issues 19-point Guideline to Spur Consumer Spending

By Manesh Samtani | 25/06/2025

Banks are encouraged to offer targeted support to businesses in key consumption areas. A new re-lending facility is being established.

Capital / Liquidity

Hong Kong Consults on Stricter Rules for Licensed Money Lenders

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/06/2025

The FSTB is seeking to strengthen the regulatory regime amid concerns over debt, especially among low-income earners and foreign domestic helpers.