Credit Risk

Hong Kong SFC Issues Further IPO Subscription Guidance

21/03/2025

The SFC has directed licensed corporations to stop engaging in “imprudent and aggressive” IPO financing practices.

Market Risk

BSP Proposes to Revise Rules on Peso NDFs and Swaps

21/03/2025

The BSP wants banks to limit Peso NDF, NDS and NDCCS exposures to mitigate any potential build-up of systemic risks.

Conduct, Culture & Accountability

SFC Impose 14-Month Ban on Former Fund Manager

21/03/2025

The SFC said the action is related to disciplinary actions against “other related entities” concerning the management of various private funds.

Clearing & Post-Trade

OTC Clear to Start Accepting CGBs as Collateral for All Derivatives

20/03/2025

HKEX says the initiative will provide greater flexibility to international investors and improve their capital efficiency.

Cloud & Infrastructure

HKMA Publishes Research on DLT Adoption in Financial Sector

20/03/2025

The HKMA encourages AIs to review the research paper and leverage its insights to explore DLT-related innovations.

Reporting & Disclosures

Australian Court Orders Active Super to Pay A$10.5m for Greenwashing

19/03/2025

This is ASIC’s third successful greenwashing case, sending a “strong message” to companies that their sustainable investment claims need to reflect their true position.

Capital Adequacy

Hong Kong IA Consults on Disclosure Rules for Insurers

18/03/2025

The IA is consulting on disclosure requirements for insurers under Hong Kong’s new risk-based capital regime.

Structural Regulation

SFC Issues Guidance on Resumption of Licensing Fee Collection

18/03/2025

The SFC issued a quick guide and related FAQs to help the industry better manage matters related to annual licensing fee payment.

Trading & Investment

Fiji, PNG Advance Plan to Jointly Establish Market Infrastructure

18/03/2025

SPX and PNGX Group are looking to adopt a single integrated, end-to-end trading platform and CSD solution.