Securities / Derivatives

    ESG / Sustainability

    Philippines SEC Faces Legal Challenge Over Director Term Limits

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

    The SEC is defending its new nine-year tenure limit for independent directors after a court challenge from broadcaster GMA Network.

    Securities / Derivatives

    China to Expand Outbound Investment Quotas: SAFE Official

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    Regulators are preparing new QDII quotas to meet domestic demand while advancing a long-term strategy to open capital markets and boost the yuan's global role.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Korea Launches KRW 5 Trillion Bond Buyback to Calm Markets

    By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

    The emergency measure to stabilise bond yields is part of a wider economic response plan that also includes a supplementary budget.

    Securities / Derivatives

    AMCHAM Urges Regulatory Overhaul for Korea's Financial Hub Ambitions

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    New report identifies 39 regulatory divergences from global standards, urging reforms to IT, licensing, and cross-border rules.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Osaka Exchange Proposes Daily Maturities for Nikkei 225 Mini Options

    By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

    The exchange has launched a public consultation on plans to introduce new weekly contracts, scheduled for implementation in April 2027.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Hong Kong and Malaysia Exchanges Deepen Ties with Five-Point Pact

    By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/03/2026

    The agreement between HKEX and Bursa Malaysia outlines five areas of cooperation, including a framework for dual listings, Shariah-compliant products, and carbon markets.

    Securities / Derivatives

    KRX to Reward Firms Adopting Advanced Dividend Procedures

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    Companies that reform their dividend process to enhance predictability for investors will receive incentives under the 'Corporate Value-up' programme.

    Securities / Derivatives

    RBI Mandates Global Identifiers for OTC Derivatives to Improve Transparency

    By Nithya Subramanian | 30/03/2026

    The RBI has consolidated rules on LEI, making them immediately mandatory for market access, with implementation of UTI to follow next year.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Vietnam Drafts New Rules for Corporate Bond Market

    By Mark Johnston | 30/03/2026

    The proposed decree aims to enhance transparency, tighten accountability, and strengthen regulatory oversight to rebuild investor confidence in the country's capital market.

    Securities / Derivatives

    Japan FSA Targets Deficiencies in Sustainability, Governance Disclosures

    By Manesh Samtani | 30/03/2026

    FSA annual review identifies persistent and new shortcomings in corporate reporting, focusing on substance over form in key areas.

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