Banks grow frustrated as regulator leaves exception decisions to lenders

Banks are growing frustrated with a new regulatory approach that leaves it up to them to decide when to grant exceptions in loan reviews. This decision is part of the latest comprehensive real estate finance measures. The move is designed to allow lenders to consider individual borrowers' circumstances, but banks argue that it shifts the burden of making these judgments onto them. This shift in responsibility is causing concern among banks, as they fear it may lead to accountability issues and flawed assessments.

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The regulator's decision to leave exception decisions to lenders is causing confusion among banks. This uncertainty could lead to inconsistent lending practices and affect the overall banking sector.

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