Lexara Weekly · 14 Sept 2026 – 20 Sept 2026

Central Bank of the UAE shows increased regulatory activity with high-impact amendments.

This week, the Central Bank of the UAE (CBUAE) was notably more active than its recent baseline, issuing two regulation amendments compared to its average of 0.7 items per week over the prior three weeks. This includes a high-impact amendment to the Operational Risk Management Regulation and a medium-impact change in Takaful Insurance regulations. In contrast, the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of ADGM maintained a steady pace with one consultation paper, aligning with typical activity levels. No items were reported from the Dubai Financial Services Authority (DFSA), consistent with its low average. The week's regulatory focus was on amendments, particularly in operational risk management, indicating a shift towards enhancing risk frameworks within the financial sector. Overall, while the FSRA and DFSA had routine weeks, the CBUAE's increased output and focus on high-impact regulatory changes stand out.

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