Securities / Derivatives

Malaysia Proposes Major Overhaul of Key Equity Indices

01/04/2026

A consultation is underway to expand the benchmark FBMKLCI to 50 stocks and align its methodology with regulatory diversification principles for investment funds.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Finalises Dynamic Default Fund Framework for Futures Clearing

01/04/2026

ASX has finalised its new framework, adopting key industry proposals on recovery powers and waterfall structure but retaining its contentious sizing methodology.

AML / KYC

Australia's 2025 Scam Losses Rose 7.8pc YoY: NASC Report

01/04/2026

Report reveals latest scam loss statistics and highlights a shift by the Australian government towards a prevention-first regulatory model.

Capital / Liquidity

Korea Launches New Microfinance Initiatives to Boost Financial Inclusion

01/04/2026

Three new microfinance products have been launched to provide low-interest credit to young people and vulnerable groups who struggle with mainstream finance.

AML / KYC

Australia’s Financial Complaints Authority Appoints First Chief Scams Officer

01/04/2026

David Lacey will lead a new multi-party dispute resolution service, holding banks, telcos and digital platforms to account under a new government framework.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Eases Bond Issuance Rules for Foreign Institutions

01/04/2026

The FSC has relaxed listing requirements for foreign financial institutions, their branches, and subsidiaries to attract more issuers to its international bond market.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea Amends Treasury Stock Rules, Reinforces Insider Trading Curbs

01/04/2026

The FSC is expanding disclosure rules for all listed firms' treasury stock, while the FSS has issued fresh guidance on short-swing profit rules for insiders.

ESG / Sustainability

Investor Groups Push for Ambition in Korea’s ESG Disclosure Roadmap

01/04/2026

The PRI, ACGA and KoSIF have welcomed the draft roadmap but call for full ISSB alignment and a faster, broader implementation timeline.

Capital / Liquidity

Singapore's New Insurance Capital Rules Take Effect, MAS Warns on Asset Risks

01/04/2026

The rules, finalised on 16 March, introduce changes for infrastructure investments and equity risk, as MAS signals a future consultation on reinsurance.