Securities / Derivatives

    ESG / Sustainability

    China Finalises Technical ESG Guidelines Ahead of First Mandatory Reporting Cycle

    By Mark Johnston | 02/02/2026

    Shanghai, Shenzhen and Beijing bourses issue methodologies for energy, water and pollutant disclosures, enforcing double materiality standards for major indices.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korea Issues Guidelines on Offshore Bond Settlement via ICSDs

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

    New rules clarify scope, tax, and reporting obligations for local firms trading government bonds with foreign investors offshore ahead of WGBI inclusion.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Taiwan Promotes 'Asia Innovation Capital' Programme to Propel Markets

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

    The FSC aims to support strategic industries, enhance fundraising channels, attract foreign investment, and strengthen Taiwan’s role as a regional innovation financing hub.

    Capital / Liquidity

    AIA, Aegon Launch Insurance Asset Management Subsidiaries in Shanghai

    By Mark Johnston | 02/02/2026

    AIA Group and Aegon Group have established wholly-owned subsidiaries in Shanghai, with the latter pioneering a new direct market entry model.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Plans 200B Yuan Capital Injection for Top State Insurers

    By Editors | 02/02/2026

    The move aims to bolster the balance sheets of China Life and PICC, enabling them to better support the nation's economy.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Some NBFIs Need Bank-like Rules to Curb Systemic Risk: FSB Chief

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    John Schindler outlines need for tailored, risk-based approach, citing recent crises and pushing back on industry misconceptions about regulation.

    Trending

    SFC Tightens IPO Sponsor Rules, Warns of Inspections

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    The regualtor has introduced new workload limits and reporting rules for banks amid a boom in listings.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China Halts Commodity Funds to Curb Speculative Risk Amid Volatility

    By Editors | 02/02/2026

    Regulators suspended five silver and oil funds to protect investors after extreme price volatility and unsustainable premiums developed.

    Securities / Derivatives

    SGX Consults on Shift to Omnibus Broker Custody Model

    By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

    SGX RegCo has proposed rule changes to allow wider use of broker custody accounts, aiming to align Singapore’s post-trade framework with global practices.

    Trending

    Taiwan Eyes Tax Breaks, New Regulations to Develop Wealth Hub

    By Manesh Samtani | 02/02/2026

    FSC links financial sector expansion to national security, while defending controversial accounting changes for the island's US$1 trillion insurance industry.

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