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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.

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.

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.

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.
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