Treasury papers show bank tax on agenda

Documents released yesterday show the Australian government has been advised several new bank taxes might be justified. A report sent to Treasury Secretary Ken Henry on 7 October 2010 said "it can be.. read more

Basel capital too low for some at BoE

A new Bank of England research paper once again raises questions over whether the Basel III rules will do enough to make banking systems more stable. The paper argues it would be desirable for banks.. read more

Kelly strikes conciliatory tone

Westpac CEO Gail Kelly took a conciliatory stance in her appearance at the Senate's banking competition inquiry in Sydney, on Friday, without conceding too much ground to banking critics. read more