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Securities / Derivatives

Cracking the European T+1 Code for APAC Firms

By Val Wotton | 26/08/2025

Europe's shift to T+1 settlement in 2027 presents unique challenges for APAC firms. Proactive automation, data harmonisation, and early preparation are crucial for successful adaptation.

Market Infrastructure

China Issues New Directive to Bolster National Carbon Market

By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

The directive aims for broader industry coverage, enhanced financial product innovation, and increased participation from financial institutions.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong Launches Enhanced Arrangements for RMB Bond Repo

By Manesh Samtani | 26/08/2025

The new arrangements allow re-use of Chinese bond collateral and facilitate cross-currency trades saw over CNY 3 billion in transactions on debut.

Market Infrastructure

China Proposes Major Overhaul of Interbank FX Market Rules

By Mark Johnston | 25/08/2025

New draft regulations aim to strengthen comprehensive supervision, clarify market access for institutions and modernise a framework dating back to 1996.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Overhaul of Stock Closing Price Mechanism

By Editors | 25/08/2025

SEBI proposes to introduce a new Closing Auction Session, aiming to align with global practices and boost market efficiency.

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China Launches Cross-Border Asset Management Pilot in Hainan

By Manesh Samtani | 25/08/2025

China has officially launched its new cross-border asset management pilot programme in Hainan, allowing overseas investors access to onshore financial products.

Market Infrastructure

Third-Party Risk Takes Centre Stage in Australia

By Blake Evans-Pritchard | 25/08/2025

APRA’s new op risk framework compels financial institutions to pay closer attention to third-party concentration risk.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Overhauls CDI Framework with New Rules and Fees

By Editors | 22/08/2025

ASX is updating settlement rules and introducing fees for its nominee service, creating a commercial framework for CHESS Depositary Interests.

Securities / Derivatives

PSE Amends Business Continuity Rules for Market, Brokers

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/08/2025

The PSE has changed its market halt trigger to a value-based metric and is requiring all brokers to have "correspondent arrangements" in place.