Past Events

EU and US banking system outlook: an update on key risks and regulatory developments

S&P bank analysts from the US and Europe examined structural reforms, including the implications of banking union  in the EU and Volker rule in the US, and the impact of FSB & Basel decisions. They assessed the likely impact and key risks from global regulatory developments on the credit and stability of the US and European banking system.

Legal/Regulatory 

An Address by Bank of Japan Policy Board Member Takehiro Sato

The BoJ has embarked over the last year on a massive programme of monetary easing and inflation targeting to help revive the Japanese economy. It also has introduced a number of infrastructure initiatives.  In his presentation to IBA Japan members, BoJ Policy Board Member Takehiro Sato gave an overview of the Bank’s strategy and  shared his thoughts on the future direction of monetary policy.

 

http://www.boj.or.jp/en/announcements/press/koen_2014/data/ko140227a1.pdf

 

Legal/Regulatory 

UNIVERSITY OF TOKYO – IBA JAPAN Joint Workshop: “Trend of Regulatory Reforms Surrounding Financing of Listed Companies”

Professor Osaki discussed measures recommended by the Financial System Council Working Group on the Provision of Risk Moneys to New and Growth Enterprises in December 2013, including facilitating smooth financing of listed companies by shortening the waiting period for public offerings, and streamlining the large shareholder reporting regime for the benefit of issuers as well as investors. He also covered the discussions on the framework for public offerings at various working groups at the JSDA and the TSE.

Legal/Regulatory 

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