Securities / Derivatives

Enforcement

FSS Korea Steps Up Efforts to Eradicate Unfair Trading Practices

By Mark Johnston | 21/07/2023

The FSS governor pledges to crack down on any illegal activities in the capital market. A notice outlines misconduct at some investment firms.

ESG / Sustainability

SEBI Introduces ESG Sub-category for Equity Schemes

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 21/07/2023

The securities regulator’s decision was driven by industry requests and the increasing demand for green financing in India.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI, NSE, BSE Revamp Framework for ESM Stocks

By Mark Johnston | 21/07/2023

The existing ESM framework had restricted the trading of ESM stocks to once a week. Under the new framework, trading can take place on all trading days.

Market Infrastructure

FSC Korea Grants First Preliminary Approval to ATS Platform

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 21/07/2023

Nextrade, owned by 34 companies, will have 18 months to establish its systems and apply for final authorisation to operate its ATS platform.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Mandates Automated Trading Controls for Insiders

By Ranamita Chakraborty | 21/07/2023

India’s securities regulator is ensuring that insiders, also known as designated persons, from listed companies cannot trade during sensitive periods.

Market Infrastructure

Vietnam Launches New Bond Trading Platform at HNX

By Editors | 20/07/2023

The system will also support businesses in mobilising mid and long-term capital, helping them reduce their dependence on bank credit.

Enforcement

India: Appeals Tribunal Sets Aside SEBI Penalty Order Against NSE

By Editors | 20/07/2023

The Securities Appellate Tribunal said NSE had not indulged in any unethical act or unjustly enriched itself.

Securities / Derivatives

Shanghai, Shenzhen Bourses Tighten Rules on GDR Listings

By Manesh Samtani | 20/07/2023

The new rules are aimed at preventing Chinese investors participating in GDR offerings from exploiting home market price differences.

Securities / Derivatives

Korea: New Rules for CFD Trading to Take Effect from 1 Sept

By Editors | 20/07/2023

Securities firms that conduct CFD trading and brokerage business must submit investor balances to KOFIA on a daily basis.