AGP Executive Report
Last update: 19 minutes agoMonetary Policy Shock: A Reuters report says Iran-war inflation is forcing central banks to tighten, with the Fed under new Chair Kevin Warsh signaling possible rate moves and the BoE debating hikes as credibility risks grow. Basel Capital Rules: Banks are pushing back on a Basel III endgame tweak to the definition of “commitment,” warning it could reshape how wholesale lending books are treated and raise capital and reporting burdens. Cyber & Fraud Alerts: Tripoli authorities warn of fake Facebook pages impersonating banks to steal PINs and OTPs, while the Pontotoc County Sheriff flags pop-up scams spoofing Apple and redirecting victims’ transfers. Banking Sector Reform (Ghana): The Bank of Ghana orders all Rural Banks to transition into Community Banks by Dec. 31, 2026, including rebranding and regulatory alignment. Bangladesh–Switzerland Flows: Bangladeshi deposits in Swiss banks jumped 41% to 834.16m francs (about Tk 12,751cr), raising concerns about capital flight and laundering. Deal & Expansion: MidFirst Bank agreed to buy Dallas Capital Bank, betting on Dallas’ growth and deepening out-of-state bank presence in Texas. Crypto/Stablecoins: Tether will shut down Alloy by Tether and discontinue aUSDT, with redemptions allowed until Sept. 17, 2026.
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