Australian Authority Proposes to Simplify Prudential Framework for Securitisation

02/05/2014

The Australian Prudential Regulation Authority has released a discussion paper outlining a revised standard for securitisation.

Securities / Derivatives

Excess Regulation Bad for Financial Markets, Says World Bank Economist

30/04/2014

Excess regulation can result in “unintended effects” in the overall development of the financial markets, says an economist at the World Bank.

New Zealand Market Regulator Eyes Easy-to-Follow IPO Offer Documents

29/04/2014

New Zealand’s Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment will conduct a consultation on the proposal for easier-to-follow product disclosure statements (PDS) which will be required from companies listing on the country’s exchange.

Hong Kong-Shanghai Stock Trades to Boost Yuan Internationalization

29/04/2014

China’s new policy allowing cross-border stock investment between Hong Kong and Shanghai exchanges is seen to pave the way for the internationalisation of the Chinese currency.

China Banking Regulator Seeks Iron Ore Financing Probe

29/04/2014

China Banking Regulatory Commission has told local authorities and banks to investigate iron ore financing deals amid default risks arising from commodities trade funding.

India’s SEBI Requires Adequate Infrastructure from Depository Participants

29/04/2014

Market regulator SEBI has asked depository participants to set up adequate infrastructure and put in place an appropriate monitoring system

Securities / Derivatives

Finance Authorities in Asia Boost Cooperation on Oversight, Regulation

29/04/2014

Financial authorities in Asia have strengthened ties to advance their financial cooperation through the discussion of critical and common issues that affect markets in the region.

China Regulator Sets Deadline for IPO disclosures in June

28/04/2014

The China Securities Regulatory Commission is requiring companies with plans to list on Shanghai or Shenzhen to make preliminary disclosure by end of June.

Securities / Derivatives

Vietnam’s State Asset Manager Cuts Interest Rate on Loans for Struggling Firms

28/04/2014

The Vietnam Asset Management Company (VAMC) has lowered interest rates on soured loans in an effort to help troubled enterprises revive their businesses.