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Media release 07 Mar 2024
Basel Committee consults on measures to address window-dressing in the G-SIB framework
The Basel Committee on Banking Supervision has published a consultation on potential measures to address window-dressing behaviour in the context of the framework for global systemically important banks (G-SIBs). Potential revisions would require banks to…
Media release 06 Mar 2024
Basel III capital ratios for largest global banks were largely stable and above pre-pandemic levels in the first half of 2023, latest Basel III monitoring exercise shows
Initial Basel III capital ratios were largely stable and above pre-pandemic levels in the first half of 2023 while liquidity coverage ratios increased. Profit after tax of large internationally active banks increased to a record €279 billion. New…
Media release 29 Feb 2024
Basel Committee agrees to revisions to Basel Core Principles, consults on addressing window-dressing in the G-SIB framework and reaffirms expectation about Basel III implementation
Basel Committee approves revisions to Core principles for effective banking supervision. Decides to consult on potential measures to address window-dressing behaviour by some banks in the context of the framework for global systemically important banks. …
Media release 17 Jan 2024
BCBS-IOSCO report sets out recommendations for good margin practices in non-centrally cleared markets
BCBS-IOSCO publish a report on streamlining variation margin processes and the responsiveness of initial margin models in non-centrally cleared markets. The report sets out eight recommendations to encourage the implementation of good market practices but…
Media release 16 Jan 2024
BCBS-CPMI-IOSCO publish consultative report on transparency and responsiveness of initial margin in centrally cleared markets
BCBS-CPMI-IOSCO call for interested parties to comment on ten policy proposals which aim to improve central clearing participants' understanding of initial margin calculations and potential future margin requirements. The report proposes that central…
Media release 14 Dec 2023
Basel Committee consults on targeted adjustments to tighten its standard on banks' exposures to cryptoassets
Basel Committee publishes consultation on targeted adjustment to its standard on banks' exposures to cryptoassets. Adjustments tighten the criteria for stablecoins to receive a preferential regulatory treatment. Comments on the proposed adjustments…
Media release 13 Dec 2023
Basel Committee publishes assessment reports on the implementation of its global standards in Mexico and Switzerland
Basel Committee finds Mexico compliant with its Net Stable Funding Ratio standard and large exposures framework, and largely compliant with its Liquidity Coverage Ratio. Assessments find Switzerland largely compliant with the Committee's Net Stable…
Media release 12 Dec 2023
Basel Committee consults on targeted adjustments to its standard on interest rate risk in the banking book
Basel Committee publishes consultation on targeted adjustment to its standard on interest rate risk in the banking book. Adjustments update calibration of the standard's interest rate shock parameters and methodology used to calculate the shocks. Comments…
Media release 07 Dec 2023
Basel Committee agrees to consult on targeted revisions to standards on cryptoasset and interest rate risk in the banking book and to take steps to address window-dressing in relation to the G-SIB framework
Basel Committee agrees to consult on targeted revisions to the standard on cryptoassets and a recalibration of the interest rate risk in the banking book standard. Decides to develop potential measures to address window-dressing behaviour by some banks…
Media release 29 Nov 2023
Basel Committee consults on a disclosure framework for climate-related financial risk
Basel Committee issues public consultation on a Pillar 3 disclosure framework for climate-related financial risks. Forms part of its holistic approach to address climate-related financial risks to the global banking system. The Committee invites…

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