October 19, 2026 BIS - FSI Publications Banking Regulation

Central banks and macro financial stability in a fragmented global economy

The 25th BIS Annual Conference took place in Basel, Switzerland on 26 June 2026. The event brought together a distinguished group of central bank Governors, leading academics and former public officials to exchange…

October 19, 2026 BIS - FSI Publications Banking Regulation

Inflation after the Iran war

An unexpected increase in energy costs raises inflation directly through flexibly-set prices. Whether that shock amplifies to a larger and persistent rise in inflation depends on its transmission through the economy.

October 19, 2026 BIS - FSI Publications Banking Regulation

Competing rails for crossborder payments: banks, fintechs, and stablecoins

Cross-border payments remain slow and expensive despite significant improvements in digital financial infrastructure over the past several decades.

October 17, 2026 ECB - Press Releases European Regulation

Christine Lagarde: IMFC Statement