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Countercyclical Capital Buffer (CCyB) – Approach to its Implementation

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority issued this document to outline the regulatory approach for implementing the Countercyclical Capital Buffer. It establishes the framework and methodology for determining the applicable buffer ratios for all authorized institutions. The guidance ensures consistent application of capital adequacy requirements to mitigate systemic risk during periods of excessive credit growth.

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Issue Date:

01 Mar 2024

20240301-2-EN.pdf (948.5 KB)

Topic:

Capital Adequacy - Capital Buffers

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Group:

All Authorized Institutions

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