2026 financial services regulatory outlooks

Regulatory change is always in motion, and supervisory agencies are acting with new urgency. We’re seeing modernized frameworks and updated capital requirements alongside greater flexibility in rulemaking. Organizations that combine agile compliance strategies with robust risk frameworks may be best positioned to align efforts with new regulatory realities—and to view these shifts as catalysts for innovation.

Rapid advancements in technology, including artificial intelligence (AI) and digital assets, are prompting both new compliance challenges and opportunities for strategic growth. Organizations should remain agile, prioritize robust oversight, and treat regulatory change as a chance to strengthen long-term stability and find new advantages.

Our 2026 regulatory outlooks can help you stay ahead of evolving regulatory trends so you can adapt your strategies and be better prepared to prosper.