Global lenders turn to tech and stress tests amid tariff surge

Banks are looking to overhaul risk frameworks as US tariff actions collide with Asia’s export dependence. Experts shared their views on how regulators are embedding geopolitical shocks into stress scenarios, while banks turn to tech and client engagement to prepare for strains likely to surface in 2026.

Nishtha Asthana

September 03, 2025

Unilateral US trade measures and so-called reciprocal tariff hikes are forcing global lenders to overhaul risk models. Regulators in Asia Pacific (Apac) are embedding geopolitical shocks into stress testing, while banks turn to technology and tighter client engagement to prepare for a 2026 crunch, industry experts told FinanceAsia.

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