Basel Norms

byPaytm Editorial TeamNovember 6, 2025

Meaning

Basel Norms are global banking regulations aimed at fortifying the international financial system.

Definition

Basel Norms are a series of international banking agreements established by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision (BCBS) to promote financial stability globally.

Core Objectives

Their main goals include strengthening bank solvency, ensuring adequate capital buffers against losses, and mitigating systemic risks in the banking sector.

Key Pillars

The framework comprises three pillars: Minimum Capital Requirements (Pillar 1), Supervisory Review Process (Pillar 2), and Market Discipline (Pillar 3).

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