SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Enforcement

SEBI Fines MCX for Late Disclosure of Technology Expenditure

By Editors | 01/06/2025

MCX paid significantly higher costs than anticipated to implement a new trading platform, but didn’t disclose the amounts paid in a timely manner.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Announces Collaboration to Facilitate ETF Listings

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The initiative aims to facilitate the listing of foreign-underlying ETFs on Bursa Malaysia and broaden the options available to Malaysian investors.

Securities / Derivatives

FSC Korea Says KOFR Promotion Plan is On Track

By Manesh Samtani | 30/05/2025

Shinhan and Kookmin issued KOFR-linked floating-rate bonds for the first time in May. The central clearing system for KOFR swaps is on track for launch in October.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Bans Former IndusInd Bank Executives for Insider Trading

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The regulator also directed the executives to disgorge $2.37mn, representing losses avoided by trading on unpublished price-sensitive information.

Securities / Derivatives

Bursa Malaysia Proposes Listing Rule Changes to Enhance Transparency

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Proposed amendments aim to enhance transparency in corporate distress situations and improve business efficacy for minor joint ventures.

ESG / Sustainability

Singapore Appoints Committee to Review Corporate Governance Code

By Editors | 30/05/2025

Committee to examine board independence, diversity, and sustainability disclosures, ensuring Singapore remains a trusted global financial hub.

ESG / Sustainability

SC Malaysia Launches Books to Promote Islamic Ethics and Sustainability

By Nithya Subramanian | 30/05/2025

A task force will also be set up to drive the adoption of environmental stewardship principles and responsible business and trade practices.

Securities / Derivatives

Hong Kong MPFA Includes PE Funds as Permissible Investments

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The move is expected to encourage private equity funds to raise capital in Hong Kong and expand the city’s role as a hub for alternative investments.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Tightens Risk Monitoring in Equity Derivatives Market

By Editors | 30/05/2025

The new measures include a new way to measure open interest, a recalibration of position limits, and a pre-open session for current-month futures contracts.