Securities / Derivatives

AMAC Revokes Licenses of Over 10,000 Funds

02/08/2016

Association aims to restore China’s hedge fund industry as managers comply with stricter rules.

ASIC Appoints New Markets Disciplinary Chairman

02/08/2016

The MDP reviews disciplinary action of market participants for alleged breaching regulator’s integrity rules.

Market Infrastructure

Korea Extends Stock Market Trading hours

01/08/2016

Change needed to become competitive in Asian markets

Capital / Liquidity

CBRC Said to Oppose Loan Buffer Proposal

01/08/2016

The move strengthens Chinese regulators stand on curbing risks.

Market Infrastructure

UK, China Said to Prepare on Joint Financial Projects

01/08/2016

Agreement between two countries could ease fears in the market after Brexit.

Capital / Liquidity

Research Finds Derivatives Central Clearing Unfavourable

01/08/2016

Preliminary research assesses creation of cost incentive in favour of central clearing for bilateral contracts.

SFC Assigns New Investment Products Exec. Director

01/08/2016

The appointee will serve as head of investment products for three years.

AML / KYC

CBRC Proposing Tighter Rules for WMPs

28/07/2016

The government’s move aims to prevent shadow-financing risks.

AML / KYC

CSRC to Tighten Brokerage Industry Supervision

28/07/2016

Stronger internal compliance and risk protocols required before year end.