CAPITAL / LIQUIDITY

    Capital / Liquidity

    Japan’s FSA Pushes Regional Banks Beyond Loans

    By Nithya Subramanian | 05/09/2025

    The FSA is calling on regional banks to go beyond traditional lending by helping local businesses raise equity, advising on funding strategies and facilitating deals.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand SEC Overhauls Rules for Brokers Facing Capital Shortfalls

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

    The SEC says the new regulations establish a clear protocol for failing firms, including provisions for client asset transfers and a waiver for breaches caused by digital asset volatility.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Thailand SEC Eases Capital Requirements For Digital Asset Custodians

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/09/2025

    The SEC has lowered capital requirements and set a zero-risk weighting for certain digital tokens to reduce costs and encourage domestic custody services.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Thailand SEC Proposes to Tighten Margin Lending Regulations

    By Editors | 04/09/2025

    The SEC plans new lending limits tied to broker equity, restrictions on IPO margin loans, and a ban on derivatives trades resembling loans.

    Capital / Liquidity

    New Provisioning Rules Threaten Credit Access for Bangladesh Businesses

    By Nithya Subramanian | 04/09/2025

    BB and the ABB have expressed concerns that new provisioning rules have caused a decline in lending to cottage, micro, small, and medium enterprises.

    Capital / Liquidity

    China Launches Subsidised Loan Programme to Spur Consumer Spending

    By Editors | 03/09/2025

    The year-long scheme offers a one percentage point interest subsidy on loans from 24 designated banks to boost spending.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Bangladesh Regulators Take Action Against Underfunded Brokerages

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/09/2025

    The BSEC has ordered DSE to act against two brokerage houses over serious net worth shortfalls, while BB moves to liquidate nine debt-ridden NBFIs.

    Capital / Liquidity

    New Zealand Eases Foreign Buyer Ban for High-Value Homes

    By Editors | 02/09/2025

    The change allows holders of the 'Active Investor Plus' visa to buy one luxury property, aiming to attract capital and boost the economy.

    Capital / Liquidity

    Higher Deposit Insurance Limit Takes Effect in South Korea

    By Editors | 02/09/2025

    This is the first increase in 24 years, aiming to bolster public confidence and financial market stability.

    Securities / Derivatives

    HKEX to Enhance Margin Collateral Arrangements from 2 October

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/09/2025

    HKEX will align interest paid on cash collateral with overnight rates and halve fees for non-cash collateral.

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