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Securities / Derivatives
Dalian Exchange Launches Benzene Futures and Options
By Editors | 09/07/2025
The new derivatives aim to provide risk management tools for the world's largest aromatics producer and enhance China's pricing influence.
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.
Securities / Derivatives
Vietnam’s Securities Firms Adjust Fees as New VAT Rules Take Effect
By Nithya Subramanian | 09/07/2025
Brokerage services previously exempt from tax are now subject to 10% VAT under revised law, leading to higher costs for investors.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI May Rename Broker Penalties to Reduce "Stigma"
By Nithya Subramanian | 09/07/2025
SEBI is questioning whether the term penalty is fair, given that many actions branded as such do not deserve the tag.
Enforcement
Taiwan FSC Fines Ta-Chan Securities, Suspends Manager for Violations
By Editors | 09/07/2025
Ta-Chan Securities was fined for internal control failures. A discretionary investment manager was suspended for prohibited personal account trading.
Securities / Derivatives
Taiwan Relaxes Asset Disclosure Rules for Largest Public Companies
By Editors | 08/07/2025
The FSC has raised the reporting thresholds for certain non-related party transactions, a move expected to reduce disclosures by over 80 percent for 34 top firms.
Securities / Derivatives
China Mandates Stricter ETF Risk Controls for Fund Managers, Brokers
By Editors | 08/07/2025
New rules require fund managers to enhance operational controls and brokers to monitor high-risk client trading, amid rapid market growth.
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Proposes to Allow 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
UPDATED: Bond Connect Expands to Non-Banks, Repo Rules Eased
By Manesh Samtani | 08/07/2025
Regulators will permit non-bank institutions into Southbound trading and allow rehypothecation in repo deals, with key changes launching on 25 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.
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