AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoSanctions & Crypto: A Financial Times report says Iran’s central bank has “quietly encouraged” crypto use, with traders using bitcoin to settle cross-border payments and bypass SWIFT limits as the rial weakens. Digital Banking Expansion: Kuwait’s Weyay Bank backed a student orientation fair, pushing instant app account opening and its student prepaid card with cashback and brand discounts. Islamic Banking Shift: Maldives’ Bank of Maldives moved all new personal accounts and financing applications to Islamic banking principles under an “Islamic Finance First” strategy, with customer funds segregated. Wealth Management Hiring: India’s Spark Capital PWM added eight bankers across India, citing intense competition for talent as it advises about 52,250 crore in client assets. Regulation & Stablecoins: Seventy-seven state banking associations urged Senate changes to the CLARITY Act to curb stablecoin rewards tied to holding balances or duration. Payments Infrastructure: The World Bank backed a $700mn push to reduce settlement risk for emerging-market banks and fintechs joining global card networks. Banking Operations: India’s banks are seeking RBI clearance to close long-unsettled cross-border trades under new rules starting Oct 1, 2026. Corporate Finance: Moody’s assigned RBL Bank’s $350mn fixed-rate notes a Baa2 rating with stable outlook. Markets Watch: Futures imply an 80–85% chance of a Fed quarter-point hike, with retail data and oil price pressures in focus.
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