Securities / Derivatives

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Again Extends Ban on Agri-Derivatives Futures Until March 2026

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/03/2025

Despite calls for an end to the ban, it will now be in place for one more year, to control price volatility and speculation in seven farm commodities.

ESG / Sustainability

Japan’s Sustainability Disclosure Rules Strike ‘Good Balance’ Amid ESG Shift

By Gavin Blair | 26/03/2025

Due to difficulties involving Scope 3 data, Japan is set to offer additional leeway on reporting, according to the FSA’s Satoshi Ikeda.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Plans to Clarify Rules for ESOPs and Promoter Shares

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2025

SEBI proposes amendments to provide clarity and ensure equitable treatment for shares regardless of their acquisition method.

ESG / Sustainability

Bursa Malaysia Designates Official Sustainability Reporting Channel

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/03/2025

The CSI Platform is designated as the official sustainability reporting channel for all PLCs. New AI-driven tools will help PLCs with ESG reporting, risk assessments, and compliance.

Securities / Derivatives

China Tightens Rules on Banks’ Agency Sales to Boost Risk Controls

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2025

The NFRA has tightened its rules for banks’ agency sales, enhancing risk management, consumer protection, and setting 1 October as the compliance deadline.

ESG / Sustainability

Thai Bourse Earns SBTi Recognition for Climate Strategy

By Mark Johnston | 26/03/2025

The Stock Exchange of Thailand joins Bursa Malaysia, Nasdaq, and Deutsche Börse Group in receiving SBTi validation for its net zero targets.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Eases Investment Rules for Category II AIFs

By Nithya Subramanian | 26/03/2025

SEBI is allowing Cat II AIFs more flexibility to invest in listed debt securities with a credit rating of ‘A’ or below.

Securities / Derivatives

JSCC, Tradeweb Launch Swaps Clearing Connectivity

By Thisanka Siripala | 26/03/2025

The new connectivity eliminates the need for an affirmation process and is expected to improve efficiencies for buy-side firms.

AML / KYC

SEBI Relaxes Threshold for Granular Disclosures by FPIs

By Nithya Subramanian | 25/03/2025

SEBI has reduced the number of FPIs that are subject to granular disclosure requirements, to lower the regulatory burden.