The OCC, Federal Reserve, and FDIC just expanded the examination cycle for small banks. Here's what it means for bank compliance officers and risk leaders.
1️⃣ OCC, Fed, FDIC — Expanded Exam Cycle for Small Depository Institutions
US bank regulators issued an interim rule expanding the 18-month exam cycle for small banks and foreign branches.
This impacts community banks, small regional financial firms, and US branches of foreign banks managing exam schedules.
Eligible firms should check asset limits and risk ratings to adjust upcoming exam plans and regulatory reporting schedules.
2️⃣ Presidência da República — Relief Measure for Diesel Fuel Prices in Brazil
Brazil issued a provisional measure aiding fuel producers and importers to lower final retail diesel prices nationwide.
This affects fuel importers, domestic oil refiners, logistics firms, transport fleets, and distribution networks in Brazil.
Market participants must monitor federal rules to ensure compliance with price reduction tracking and subsidy accounting rules.
3️⃣ Canada Revenue Agency — Tax Certainty for Major Capital Investments
Canada Revenue Agency launched steps giving advance tax certainty for corporations making major capital investments in Canada.
This hits institutional investors, infrastructure sponsors, multinational firms, and corporate finance teams executing Canadian projects.
Enterprise tax teams should evaluate application criteria for advance rulings to secure fiscal clarity before committing capital.
4️⃣ Câmara dos Deputados — Consumer Protection Bill for Solar Energy
Brazil's Chamber of Deputies proposed a bill creating a legal statute to protect consumer rights in solar energy.
This targets solar developers, equipment suppliers, installers, utilities, and residential or commercial solar power users in Brazil.
Renewable energy firms should track legislative committee work to prepare compliance procedures for upcoming consumer protection rules.
5️⃣ Receita Federal — Technical Documentation for CBS Calculation APIs
Receita Federal published updated technical specs and API docs for calculating the Contribution on Goods and Services tax.
This hits enterprise software vendors, corporate tax leads, ERP integrators, and digital tax compliance platforms in Brazil.
IT architecture teams and tax departments must update API integration workflows and test tax engines against revised specs.
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— Elena Navarro · Managing Editor, RegNext
Daily Americas Radar · Monday 14 Sep 2026
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