ESG / Sustainability

Securities / Derivatives

Korean Lawmakers Propose Value-Up Disclosures For Undervalued Companies

By Mark Johnston | 11/03/2026

South Korean legislators have introduced a bill mandating corporate value enhancement plans for listed companies with persistently low price-to-book ratios to prevent market suppression.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Launching Near-Term Climate Stress Test for FIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

The joint exercise by the FSS, BOK and KMA will focus on climate-related financial shocks that could materialise within five years.

Securities / Derivatives

SC Malaysia Unveils Capital Market Masterplan 2026-2030

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/03/2026

The five-year blueprint aims to significantly grow the market, enhance inclusivity, and position Malaysia as a sustainable and regional financial hub.

ESG / Sustainability

Philippines SEC Launches ISSB-Aligned Capacity-building Programme

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/03/2026

The SEC has started a year-long programme to help companies transition to new sustainability reporting requirements.

ESG / Sustainability

HKMC Boosts Reverse Mortgage Payouts, Launches Green Property Incentive

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 10/03/2026

HKMC is increasing reverse mortgage payouts funded by a social bond, and offering cash incentives for mortgages on green-rated properties.

Securities / Derivatives

MAS to Review Corporate Governance Code to Boost Value Creation

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/03/2026

MAS proposes updates to Singapore’s corporate governance code to strengthen board oversight, improve investor engagement and support sustainable shareholder value creation.

ESG / Sustainability

Philippines SEC Moves to Impose Term Limits on PSE Directors

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 09/03/2026

The regulator has approved a draft circular for public comment, citing corporate governance, while industry groups warn of negative consequences.

ESG / Sustainability

Australia Mulls New Rules to Protect Superannuation for Family Violence Victims

By Manesh Samtani | 09/03/2026

Treasury is consulting on new powers for superannuation trustees, including the ability to override binding nominations, to prevent perpetrators receiving death benefits.

ESG / Sustainability

UN Reports Chart Uneven Progress on Gender Equality in Asian Boardrooms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/03/2026

New data shows that while boardroom representation is rising across the APAC, a steep drop-off persists in executive roles and regulatory approaches vary widely.