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ESG / Sustainability
SC Malaysia Launches New Framework for SRI-Linked Sukuk
By Editors | 02/07/2022
Issuers can use SRI-linked sukuk proceeds for general purpose, subject to their commitments to future improvements for sustainability outcomes within a predefined timeline.
Capital / Liquidity
BCBS Issues New Consultation on Banks’ Cryptoasset Exposures
By Manesh Samtani | 01/07/2022
Total bank exposures to Group 2 cryptossets would be capped at 1% of Tier 1 capital. Banks would be permitted to recognise hedging for certain Group 2 cryptoassets.
Fintech / Regtech
Thai SEC Launches Open Data Portal to Enhance Transparency
By Editors | 30/06/2022
The data centre provides information on business operators, licensed individuals, and the products available – including digital assets.
Securities / Derivatives
China Expands Foreign Investor Access to Exchange Bond Market
By Darien Choong | 30/06/2022
Foreign institutional investors permitted to participate in the interbank bond market are also allowed to participate in both the SSE and SZSE’s exchange bond markets
Securities / Derivatives
SEBI Announces Decision to Allow FPIs to Trade Commodity Derivatives
By Editors | 30/06/2022
FPIs will be allowed to trade non-agri commodity derivatives and select non-agri benchmark indices. Only cash-settled contracts will be allowed.
ESG / Sustainability
SFC Reviewing Market Practices to Guard Against Risk
By Manesh Samtani | 30/06/2022
Reviews underway cover concentration risk in OTC derivatives markets, risk management at futures brokers, and block trading practices.
Market Infrastructure
FMSB Publishes Best Practices for Trading Platform Disclosures
By Editors | 30/06/2022
Trading platform arrangements should contain information about trading protocols, counterparty name disclosure, prioritisation, use of last look, and trade dispute resolution.
ESG / Sustainability
ICMA Issues KPI Registry for Sustainability-Linked Bonds
By ESG Investor | 30/06/2022
ICMA has also updated its guidance and introduced clarifications to support growth of the sustainable bond market.
Securities / Derivatives
Chinese Banks Asked to Prepare for Longer Yuan Trading Hours
By Editors | 29/06/2022
Longer trading hours will help meet the rising global demand for yuan transactions, narrow the onshore-offshore spread, and help Chinese investors hedge currency risk.
Securities / Derivatives
HK FRC Explores Joint Audit Inspections with Mainland Authorities
By Editors | 29/06/2022
Hong Kong’s Financial Reporting Council already has 13 cases involving mainland audit work papers, two of which have been concluded.
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