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Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes Allowing AMCs to Manage Pooled Funds
By Nithya Subramanian | 08/07/2025
The move aims to create a level playing field for AMCs, but comes with strict conditions to mitigate conflicts of interest and misuse of investor funds.
Market Infrastructure
China, Hong Kong Expand Bond Connect to Non-Banks, Ease Repo Rules
By Manesh Samtani | 08/07/2025
Regulators will permit non-bank institutions into Southbound trading and allow rehypothecation in repo deals, with key changes expected by end-August.
Securities / Derivatives
Taskforce Suggests Oversight Body to Strengthen Accountability of BSEC
By Nithya Subramanian | 08/07/2025
The proposed oversight body would be intended to reduce undue interference from the Finance Ministry, restoring investor confidence in Bangladesh’s capital market.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong's New Investor Visa Draws Over HKD 46 Billion in Pledged Capital
By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 08/07/2025
The Capital Investment Entrant Scheme has attracted over 1,500 applicants, with plans to further enhance tax regimes for funds and family offices.
Securities / Derivatives
Vietnam to Tighten Tax Rules on Dividends and Bonus Shares
By Nithya Subramanian | 08/07/2025
The proposed tax rules would require personal income tax on stock-based dividends and bonus shares to be paid when they are received, rather than upon sale.
Enforcement
India to Upgrade Market Surveillance After Jane Street Ban
By Editors | 08/07/2025
SEBI will upgrade market surveillance after barring Jane Street, which has said it will appeal the market manipulation claims.
Securities / Derivatives
Bank of Korea Unveils New Measures to Strengthen FX Market
By Nithya Subramanian | 07/07/2025
The reforms include minimum trading requirements for foreign institutions, extended reporting exemptions, and the upcoming launch of a customer FX brokerage platform.
ESG / Sustainability
WEF Survey: Exchanges Are Deepening Climate, ESG Commitments
By Nithya Subramanian | 07/07/2025
The report outlines the increasing role played by exchanges within sustainable finance.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Mandates Single VWAP Contract Note for Trade Reporting
By Nithya Subramanian | 07/07/2025
The reform consolidates multi-exchange trades into a single document for institutional investors.
Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan Mulls Stricter Currency Rules to Curb TWD Speculation
By Nithya Subramanian | 07/07/2025
The proposed rules will require foreign stock investors to show proof of equity orders before converting funds into TWD.
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