Bank of Russia reports January 2026 maximum deposit rates at leading Russian banks
The Bank of Russia has released the results of its monitoring of maximum interest rates on ruble deposits for January 2026.
Bank of Russia reports rise in incoming payments across all sectors in December
In December, incoming payments processed through the Bank of Russia rose by 4.0% compared to the average for the third quarter of 2025.
Bank of Russia issues Saint George investment coins in silver and gold
The Bank of Russia will issue new investment coins titled “Saint George the Victorious” on January 14, 2026.
Federal Reserve approves Fifth Third Bancorp’s acquisition of Comerica Incorporated
The Federal Reserve Board has approved the application by Fifth Third Bancorp, based in Cincinnati, Ohio, to acquire Comerica Incorporated of Dallas, Texas.
Binance EOY report: $34T traded across all products in 2025
In 2025, Binance reported a significant increase in trading volume reaching $34 trillion as it expanded into Web3 through Alpha 2.0.
International central bankers affirm support for Fed Chair Powell’s leadership
Central bank leaders from around the world have issued a joint statement expressing support for Jerome H. Powell, Chair of the Federal Reserve System.
Bank of Russia reports December deposit interest rate trends among top lenders
In December 2025, the Bank of Russia conducted its regular monitoring of maximum interest rates on household deposits in Russian rubles at the ten largest credit institutions by deposit volume.
Regulators report moderate credit risk in large syndicated loan market for 2025
Federal bank regulators have released the 2025 Shared National Credit (SNC) report, which finds that credit risk associated with large syndicated bank loans remains moderate.
Larisa Pavlova retires after more than 40 years at Bank of Russia
Larisa Pavlova, who has served the Bank of Russia for over four decades, will retire on January 30, 2026.
Bank of Russia stops setting lev-ruble rate after Bulgaria adopts euro
Effective January 12, 2026, the Bank of Russia will no longer set the official exchange rate for the Bulgarian lev against the Russian ruble.
Bank of Russia introduces new metrics to monitor payment service satisfaction and digitalisation
The Bank of Russia will introduce two new indicators to monitor the payment services market, with calculations based on data from 2025.
Bulgaria adopts euro as official currency, joins European Central Bank’s governing council
Bulgaria has joined the eurozone as its official currency comes into circulation today.
UK Money Markets Code Sub-Committee discusses updates and future plans
The UK Money Markets Code Sub-Committee met at the Bank of England to discuss updates on various projects including changes in repo facility allocations and infrastructure modernization efforts by Euroclear.
Federal Reserve Board names 2026 chairs and deputy chairs for all 12 regional banks
The Federal Reserve Board has announced the designation of chairs and deputy chairs for each of the 12 regional Federal Reserve Banks for 2026.
Federal Reserve Board approves Prosperity Bancshares’ acquisition of Southwest Bancshares
The Federal Reserve Board has approved the application by Prosperity Bancshares, Inc., based in Houston, Texas, to acquire Southwest Bancshares, Inc. This transaction will also result in the indirect acquisition of Texas Partners Bank, both…
Bank of England sets deadlines for levy year form submissions
The Bank of England has outlined key deadlines for submitting forms related to its levy year.
Federal Reserve Board releases minutes from December 2025 discount rate meeting
The Federal Reserve Board has released the minutes from its meeting held on December 10, 2025, where it reviewed and determined the discount rates offered to depository institutions through the discount window.
Federal Reserve issues prohibition order against former Regions Bank employee
The Federal Reserve Board has announced an enforcement action involving a former employee of Regions Bank in Birmingham, Alabama.
Bank of Russia resumes publication of key external sector statistics
The Bank of Russia has announced the resumption of publishing key statistical reports, including the Balance of Payments, International Investment Position, and External Debt data for the Russian Federation.
Bank of Russia extends loan restructuring recommendations for businesses
The Bank of Russia has extended its recommendations for banks to restructure loans for corporate borrowers and individual entrepreneurs facing temporary difficulties.