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flag EU banks must stress-test for geopolitical risks after ECB warning.

flag The European Central Bank has directed EU banks to conduct internal stress tests assessing geopolitical risks, particularly scenarios that could reduce capital by 300 basis points, amid rising uncertainty. flag While banks maintain strong capital levels—around 16% CET1—and stable loan quality, vulnerabilities remain in commercial real estate and SME lending. flag ECB Chair Claudia Buch warned of potential pressure to loosen lending standards and emphasized improved IT, digitalization, and resilience against cyber threats. flag The ECB is streamlining supervision by cutting reporting by 20% and focusing on high-risk institutions, while pushing for Basel III implementation, a common deposit insurance system, and stronger liquidity backstops. flag The central message: proactive risk management is essential to maintain stability amid evolving global tensions.

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