Securities / Derivatives

ESG / Sustainability

Korea Unveils Initial Details of ‘Corporate Value-up Programme’

By Manesh Samtani | 27/02/2024

The programme is designed to encourage listed companies to engage in voluntary efforts to improve governance, boost corporate value and enhance shareholder returns.

Enforcement

CSRC Vows to Crack Down on Listed Company Misconduct

By Mark Johnston | 26/02/2024

The CSRC warns of harsh penalties for fraudulent listings, accounting scams, misuse of funds, insider trading, and market manipulation.

Market Infrastructure

PSE to Complete Acquisition of Bond Market Operator by 2025

By Mark Johnston | 26/02/2024

The Philippine Stock Exchange has since 2017 been seeking to acquire the Philippine Dealing System Group, which operates the local bond market.

Capital / Liquidity

CFTC Grants TAIFEX Exemption to Clear Swaps for US Participants

By Manesh Samtani | 26/02/2024

TAIFEX has relied on temporary no-action relief since September 2022. ‘Exempt DCO’ status gives it a lasting right to clear OTC derivatives for US participants.

Securities / Derivatives

Holiday Trading to Include Currency Derivatives from 29 March, HKEX Confirms

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 24/02/2024

HKFE has obtained regulatory approval to include currency futures and options in derivatives holiday trading from 29 March.

Securities / Derivatives

US SEC Adopts Amendments to Strengthen Ethics Rules

By Mark Johnston | 24/02/2024

The SEC has adopted amendments banning employees from investing in financial sector funds and enabling automated compliance monitoring.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippines Explores Public Listing Options for Two Major State Banks

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 23/02/2024

The DOF is looking to facilitate stock market listings by LandBank and DBP, among other initiatives to further develop the capital market.

Securities / Derivatives

SGX RegCo Proposes Restructuring Rule Changes for Distressed Firms

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 23/02/2024

Singapore’s bourse seeks to support the country’s efforts to be a restructuring hub amid rising insolvencies and global corporate defaults.

Securities / Derivatives

Regulatory Measures Not Aimed at Restricting Selling: CSRC

By Manesh Samtani | 23/02/2024

The CSRC said investors’ rights to trade fairly and freely will be protected, but that it would continue to crack down on abnormal trading and illegal activities.