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Securities / Derivatives
HKEX Allows Saudi Companies to Apply for Secondary Listings in Hong Kong
By Editors | 29/09/2023
Companies with a primary listing on the Saudi Exchange’s Main Market can apply for a secondary listing in Hong Kong.
Securities / Derivatives
FIA Issues Recommendations for Strengthening Cyber Resilience
By Manesh Samtani | 29/09/2023
The recommendations were developed based on input from a taskforce formed by FIA in March, in response to a ransomware attack against ION Markets.
Market Infrastructure
Hong Kong Preparing to Launch A50 Options, T-Bond Futures
By Manesh Samtani | 29/09/2023
Speaking at ISDA’s Derivatives Trading Forum, the SFC’s Ricco Leung said Mainland regulators support the launch of an A50 options contract in Hong Kong.
Securities / Derivatives
Philippine SEC Eases Disclosure Rules for Public Offerings
By Mark Johnston | 28/09/2023
The “streamlined procedures” are part of the SEC’s efforts to encourage more companies to tap the capital markets.
Fintech / Regtech
HKEX Confirms Launch Date for New IPO Settlement Platform
By Editors | 28/09/2023
The new platform, FINI, will shorten the time between the pricing of an IPO and the trading of shares from T+5 to T+2.
Market Infrastructure
Korea to Open Access to Interbank FX Market Next Month
By Manesh Samtani | 28/09/2023
Foreign financial institutions without a branch in Korea will be able to trade in the domestic FX market through local forex brokers.
Market Infrastructure
SEBI Considers NSE Proposal to Add Night Session for Equity Derivatives
By Manesh Samtani | 28/09/2023
NSE is seeking to first extend its trading hours for index futures and options, followed by single stock options and other products in later phases.
Big Picture
FIA Publishes Best Practices for Designing Volatility Control Mechanisms
By Editors | 27/09/2023
The paper presents best practices for ensuring derivatives exchange VCMs protect against disruptive activity while also facilitating genuine price discovery.
Market Infrastructure
HKEX Issues Consultation on Proposed GEM Listing Reforms
By Editors | 27/09/2023
The proposals include a new transfer mechanism for GEM companies to transfer to the Main Board and a new eligibility test for initial listing on the GEM board.
ESG / Sustainability
Indonesia Launches Trading in New Carbon Credits Market
By Editors | 27/09/2023
IDX is the operator of the new carbon exchange, known as the IDXCarbon. Trading technology was provided by AirCarbon Exchange.
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