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Japan's FSA to Intensify Scrutiny of Regional Banks' Property Loans

Japan’s FSA intensifies oversight of regional banks heavily lending to booming real estate to keep risks in check.

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apan’s Financial Services Agency is intensifying scrutiny of regional banks that heavily finance the thriving real‑estate market to keep risks in check. Sources say the regulator is interviewing high‑risk lenders and may conduct on‑site reviews if needed. A key worry is the growing volume of out‑of‑area real‑estate loans.

Japan's FSA intensifies scrutiny of regional banks' property loans.