Event Profile

Regulation W implements Sections 23A and 23B of the Federal Reserve Act and governs transactions between banks and their affiliates. The regulation is designed to protect banks from transferring undue risk, losses, or funding advantages to affiliated companies within a corporate structure.

This session provides an overview of Regulation W, focusing on the provisions most frequently applicable to community banks. Participants study real world examples to understand the ways Regulation W impacts day-to-day operations of community banks, and strategies which may be utilized to achieve and maintain compliance with the applicable requirements.

Learning Objectives:

• Describe the purpose and scope of Regulation W and its role in governing transactions between banks and their affiliates.
• Explain the key provisions applicable to community banks.
• Recognize the types of day-to-day community bank activities that may trigger Regulation W compliance obligations.
• Analyze real-world scenarios involving affiliate relationships and transactions to identify potential compliance risks.

Duration: 60-minutes

Presented live and recorded on 10/06/26.