The Financial Stability Board (FSB), published two reports outlining its progress on its plan to assess and address the decline in correspondent banking relationships and or remittances service providers' access to banking service.  Notably the report notes that the decline in the number of correspondent banking relationships remains a source of concern for the international community, as the number of active correspondent banks declined by 3.4% in 2018, bringing the cumulative decline since 2011 to 19.3%. Concentration increased, as fewer correspondent banks are handling payments.

Access to correspondent banking relationships remains a critical issue in some regions and jurisdictions. WOCCU has consistently urged the continuation of efforts to reduce "de-risking" in the financial system which often creates obstacles for low risk credit unions trying to establish correspondent bank accounts or clear checks.

The FSB reports can be viewed here.