MARKET INFRASTRUCTURE

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Proposes Expanded Business Scope for Credit Rating Agencies

By Editors | 10/07/2025

The proposal would allow credit rating agencies to rate instruments like unlisted securities, but requires strict operational separation and clear disclaimers to investors.

Securities / Derivatives

BSEC Extends Deadline for Brokerages to Install Tamper-Proof Software

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

Brokerages will have to complete implementation by 31 August, as BSEC makes it clear that there will be no further extension.

Securities / Derivatives

ASX Faces Investor Split Over Dual-Class Share Proposal

By Thisanka Siripala | 10/07/2025

Australia’s largest investors express mixed views as ASX seeks reforms to attract listings and compete with global markets.

Securities / Derivatives

RBI Consults on Novation Framework for OTC Derivatives

By Nithya Subramanian | 10/07/2025

The new framework aims to standardise practices, strengthen risk management, and enhance transparency in the OTC derivatives market.

Securities / Derivatives

FSB Finalises Toolkit to Curb Non-Bank Leverage Risks

By Manesh Samtani | 10/07/2025

The FSB has issued new recommendations for authorities to monitor and control leverage in the growing non-bank sector.

ESG / Sustainability

G20 Body Launches Consultation on Global Carbon Credit Data Model

By Manesh Samtani | 09/07/2025

A draft data model proposes standardised identifiers and data fields to boost transparency and unlock finance in fragmented carbon markets.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s NSDL and CDSL Launch Proxy Advisory Integration

By Nithya Subramanian | 09/07/2025

The two depositories have launched a new electronic voting feature that integrates proxy advisory recommendations, enabling retail investors to make informed decisions.

ESG / Sustainability

Japan FSA Outlines Priorities on Monitoring, Asset Management and Sustainability

By Thisanka Siripala | 09/07/2025

The FSA has outlined its policy priorities, focusing on enhanced financial monitoring, asset management reform, and bolstering sustainability disclosure and cyber resilience.

Market Infrastructure

China Proposes Overhaul of CIPS Rules to Bolster Risk Controls

By Manesh Samtani | 09/07/2025

To support the yuan's expanding international role, the proposed regulations shift to principles-based oversight and give the system operator greater responsibility.