Page 20 of todays AFR shows new laws being proposed by Treasury review to stop banks manufacturing defaults on customers so that the bank can maintain high Basel ratios and credit rating. The front page of AFR also shows how Basel 3 will put strain on banks' capital next year.
"The front page of AFR also shows how Basel 3 will put strain on banks' capital next year." Easily fixed, a 1 for 5 rights issue at a premium of $50. The 'funds' would jump at it! OC
Not sure what the Glass-Steagall legislation would do to prevent CBA from doing anything. It's never been the law in Australia