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Effective Date: Modifications to the Capital Plan Rule and Stress Capital Buffer Requirement

AGENCY:

Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System (Board).

ACTION:

Final rule.

SUMMARY:

This FRB final rule is designed to make stress capital requirements more predictable by averaging stress test results across two years, giving affected large banking organizations more stability for capital planning and compliance. While most community banks are not subject to the FRBs large-bank stress testing program, it may still be relevant for staff involved in regulatory compliance, capital planning, and risk management should be aware of the changes as part of ongoing monitoring of regulatory developments.

DATES:

The final rule is effective December 1, 2026.

https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2026/10/02/2026-20246/modifications-to-the-capital-plan-rule-and-stress-capital-buffer-requirement

  • December 1, 2026
  • Time: All Day