{"id":108344,"date":"2026-11-03T17:06:08","date_gmt":"2026-11-03T22:06:08","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/theinformant.com\/?p=108344"},"modified":"2026-11-03T17:06:14","modified_gmt":"2026-11-03T22:06:14","slug":"ueno-bank-paraguay-crisis-2026","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/theinformant.com\/?p=108344","title":{"rendered":"PARAGUAY SEIZES CONTROL OF UENO BANK AS MILLIONS LOSE ACCESS TO THEIR ACCOUNTS"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>ASUNCI\u00d3N, Paraguay \u2014 November 3, 2026.<\/strong> Paraguay&#8217;s central bank has taken emergency action against Ueno Bank, one of the country&#8217;s fastest-growing digital lenders, after discovering a severe deterioration in its financial solvency. The intervention has temporarily prevented millions of customers from accessing banking services and raised concerns about approximately $2.8 billion in deposits, including substantial public-sector funds.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CENTRAL BANK ORDERS EMERGENCY RESOLUTION<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Central Bank of Paraguay, known as the BCP, announced early Tuesday that its board had unanimously approved the start of a formal resolution procedure on November 2.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Regulators determined that Ueno Bank&#8217;s solvency ratio had fallen below 50% of the minimum required under Paraguayan banking regulations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The deterioration followed adjustments to the institution&#8217;s financial statements during a regulatory review.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The central bank said the procedure was intended to protect depositors, preserve assets and prevent the institution&#8217;s problems from spreading throughout the financial system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">MILLIONS OF CUSTOMERS FACE ACCOUNT RESTRICTIONS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ueno Bank has reported approximately 3 million customers, a figure representing a substantial share of Paraguay&#8217;s adult population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Following the announcement, customers reported being unable to withdraw cash, transfer funds, use payment cards or access regular banking services.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Branches were closed as authorities began reviewing the institution&#8217;s financial position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The disruption has created uncertainty for households and businesses that rely on the bank for everyday transactions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Although the customer count is significant, it does not necessarily mean that every registered customer maintains an active deposit account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BILLIONS IN DEPOSITS AND PUBLIC FUNDS AT STAKE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Ueno Bank reportedly held approximately $2.8 billion in deposits before the intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International reporting indicates that between $800 million and $850 million in public funds were held at the institution, including deposits associated with Paraguay&#8217;s social security and healthcare system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The presence of public-sector money has intensified scrutiny of the bank&#8217;s relationship with government institutions and the financial oversight surrounding those deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The final value of recoverable assets and liabilities will depend on the central bank&#8217;s resolution process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">DEPOSIT INSURANCE OFFERS PROTECTION TO CUSTOMERS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The BCP confirmed that Paraguay&#8217;s Deposit Guarantee Fund protects eligible deposits up to 75 monthly minimum wages per depositor and financial institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The current coverage limit is 228.3 million Paraguayan guaran\u00edes, equivalent to approximately $38,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The guarantee applies to each depositor at the institution rather than separately to every account.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Authorities said the fund would begin making initial payments of up to 10 million guaran\u00edes to eligible depositors, with additional payments to follow under a schedule to be announced.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Deposits exceeding the insured limit will be addressed through the resolution process, but their full recovery has not been guaranteed.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">REGULATORS EXAMINE FINANCIAL IRREGULARITIES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The central bank&#8217;s review reportedly began in June after supervisors identified concerns involving loans to companies linked to Ueno Bank&#8217;s controlling business group.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Authorities subsequently examined additional financial transactions and adjustments to the bank&#8217;s reported capital position.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The findings contributed to the decision to begin the resolution process.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Investigators are also examining whether bank executives or other individuals may have violated financial regulations or criminal laws.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Any allegations of wrongdoing remain subject to the relevant judicial proceedings.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">CENTRAL BANK CHIEF RESIGNS AMID POLITICAL PRESSURE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The crisis has also generated political consequences for President Santiago Pe\u00f1a&#8217;s administration.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Carlos Carvallo, the head of Paraguay&#8217;s central bank, announced his resignation amid criticism of the institution&#8217;s supervision of Ueno Bank.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">International reports have highlighted previous business connections between Pe\u00f1a and the bank&#8217;s ownership group, raising questions about potential conflicts of interest and regulatory independence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The president has called for accountability and measures to protect depositors and public resources.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The existence of previous business relationships does not, by itself, establish criminal misconduct by government officials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">AUTHORITIES SAY CRISIS IS LIMITED TO UENO BANK<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The BCP emphasized that Ueno Bank&#8217;s financial problems represent an institution-specific crisis rather than evidence of a broader collapse of Paraguay&#8217;s banking system.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Officials said the resolution process would involve appointed administrators examining the bank&#8217;s assets and liabilities and determining how to protect depositors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The central bank also urged the public to rely on official communications rather than unverified claims circulating online.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Other financial institutions have not been placed under the same resolution procedure as a result of Ueno Bank&#8217;s intervention.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WHAT HAPPENS NEXT FOR DEPOSITORS?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Customers are awaiting detailed instructions on how to receive guaranteed deposits and when regular access to funds may be restored.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The resolution process could involve transferring eligible deposits or other assets to financial institutions capable of assuming them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">However, the central bank has not guaranteed that Ueno Bank will resume normal operations as an independent institution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For depositors with balances above the insured threshold, the eventual recovery of funds will depend on the valuation and disposition of the bank&#8217;s assets.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">BANKING CRISIS TESTS PUBLIC CONFIDENCE<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The intervention represents a major test for Paraguay&#8217;s financial regulatory system because of Ueno Bank&#8217;s rapid growth, large customer base and substantial public-sector deposits.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">While the government has emphasized deposit protection and financial 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