Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Enhances Financial Reporting Ecosystem

05/10/2015

Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission has launched an initiative to enhance the sustainability of the financial reporting ecosystem.

Hong Kong SFC Chairman Carlson Tong Reappointed

05/10/2015

The Securities and Futures Commission has reappointed Carlson Tong as its chairman for a term of three years effective from October 20, 2015.

Securities / Derivatives

Myanmar Central Bank Releases AML/CTF Guidelines

05/10/2015

The Central Bank of Myanmar has published risk management guidelines for anti-money laundering and counter terrorist financing at financial institutions.

CSRC Considers Lifting IPO Suspension

04/10/2015

The China Securities Regulatory Commission is considering the resumption of initial public offerings, after halting approvals since July amid a domestic stock market meltdown.

New Zealand Reports on First Year of New Conduct Regime

04/10/2015

The Financial Markets Authority has issued the first annual report under the new Financial Markets Conduct Act, highlighting progress in delivering a modern and flexible approach to regulating financial services.

S. Korea Considers Approvals for Internet-Only Banks

04/10/2015

Three consortiums led by IT firms have applied for preliminary licenses to launch the country’s first Internet-only banks.

MAS Proposes Margin Requirements for Non-Centrally Cleared OTC Derivatives

03/10/2015

The Monetary Authority of Singapore has issued a consultation paper proposing to implement margin requirements for non-centrally cleared OTC derivative trades to reduce counterparty credit risks.

FX Benchmark Reforms Make Good Progress, says FSB

03/10/2015

The Financial Stability Board has published a progress report on implementation of its September 2014 recommendations for reforms to foreign exchange benchmarks.

SEBI Tells AMCs to Rate Bond Investments Internally

02/10/2015

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has asked asset managers to develop internal credit appraisal systems to assess corporate bond investments in their portfolios, and reduce their reliance on rating agencies.