Securities / Derivatives

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    Big Picture

    Wealth Connect Enhancements to Drive Investment: HSBC

    By Nithya Subramanian | 27/02/2024

    Around a quarter of WMC investors intend to invest CNY 1 million or more via the Scheme in the next 12 months.

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    Market Infrastructure

    EU Council Adopts New AIFMD, UCITS Rules

    By Editors | 27/02/2024

    The new rules enhance the integration of asset management markets in Europe, the European Council said.

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    Securities / Derivatives

    Malaysia SC Extends REITs Annual Report Timeline

    By Editors | 27/02/2024

    This adjustment aligns the reporting timeline for listed REITs with that of public-listed companies, the SC said.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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