Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

Laos Launches First Fund Management Firm to Stimulate Capital Markets

By Nithya Subramanian | 02/02/2026

The launch of first licensed fund management firm is expected to deepen Laos’ nascent capital market, broaden investment options and attract both domestic and foreign capital.

Securities / Derivatives

China Probes $1.4bln Collapse of Gold Trading Platform

By Editors | 02/02/2026

An unlicensed Shenzhen platform using a 'pre-pricing' model failed after a gold rally, prompting an official investigation into huge losses.

Securities / Derivatives

China Imposes 50% Country Cap on New Funds Under MRF Scheme

By Editors | 30/01/2026

New verbal guidance for the Mutual Recognition of Funds scheme aims to curb outflows and protect investors, but exempts Hong Kong.

Securities / Derivatives

NZX Proposes Rule Changes to Curb Wash Trades via Intermediaries

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/01/2026

The consultation clarifies how its 'Booking Purposes Only Transaction' service applies to the underlying clients of approved financial intermediaries.

Securities / Derivatives

Korean President Orders 'Fundamental Upgrade' of Capital Market Systems

By Editors | 30/01/2026

The review will cover the entire capital market system, including listing and governance rules, dual listings, and holding company requirements.

Securities / Derivatives

Indonesia’s OJK Announces Measures to Meet MSCI Requirements

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/01/2026

The OJK outlines steps to strengthen transparency, governance, and shareholder disclosure in Indonesia’s capital markets, including free float rules and ultimate beneficial owner reporting.

Securities / Derivatives

Bangladesh Overhauls Rules for Primary Dealers in Government Securities

By Editors | 30/01/2026

New framework introduces mandatory bidding obligations, secondary market turnover targets, and a performance-based ranking system to deepen the government securities market.

Securities / Derivatives

India’s IEPFA Proposes Faster Refunds for Small Investor Claims

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/01/2026

The investor protection authority has floated rule changes to cut paperwork and timelines, including a 30-day turnaround for low-value claims.

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Mandates Wider English Disclosure, Pay Transparency Rules

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 30/01/2026

Listed companies will be required to disclose detailed AGM voting results and how they link executive pay to company performance.