India’s Market Regulator Revamps Corporate Governance Norms, Mutual Fund Rules

14/02/2014

The Securities and Exchange Board of India introduces changes in the corporate governance code and mutual fund industry rules.

Securities / Derivatives

Taiwan Ensures Strict Compliance in Banks, Looks Into Card Issuers’ Risk Management

14/02/2014

The Financial Regulatory Commission is urging financial firms to appoint vice-president level compliance officers.

Securities / Derivatives

Asia Lags in Anti-Money Laundering Controls, KPMG Survey Says

13/02/2014

A study highlights inconsistency in the implementation of anti-money laundering controls amid widely promoted global approach.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia Launches Roadmap on Good Corporate Governance

13/02/2014

The Financial Services Authority (OJK) has issued a roadmap to promote good corporate governance.

China Central Bank Seeks Regulatory Checks on Internet Finance

11/02/2014

The People’s Bank of China is leading an effort to come up with regulations that will govern China’s growing internet finance sector.

Indian Regulator Issues Guidelines on Assessing Depository Participants

11/02/2014

The Securities and Exchange Board of India has called on depositories to keep a close watch on client information and their risk ratings as part of efforts to strengthen the securities market.

Regulatory Change Slows Growth Among Financial Services Firms, SunGard Survey Says

11/02/2014

A new report from SunGard highlights how regulatory change is second only to market volatility as an executive issue for financial services firms.

IOSCO Consults on Revisions to Code for Credit Rating Agencies

11/02/2014

International Organisation of Securities Commission (IOSCO) has called for enhanced provisions in the code of conduct for credit rating agencies.

Japan Brokers Seek Revamp on Savings Accounts

11/02/2014

Japanese brokers are urging the regulator to revamp a scheme that waives taxes on investments of up to 1 million yen for five years.