SECURITIES / DERIVATIVES

Securities / Derivatives

ICAI Partners with IVCA, NSE IX to Strengthen India’s Financial Markets

By Nithya Subramanian | 05/08/2025

The partnerships are expected to enhance governance, and boost investor protection, both key pillars in India’s journey toward a $5 trillion economy.

Securities / Derivatives

Thailand Introduces New Market Rules After Major Manipulation Case

By Sanday Chongo Kabange | 05/08/2025

Thai regulators are introducing new trading rules and a data sharing platform after a court ordered restitution in a major stock manipulation case.

Securities / Derivatives

Sri Lanka Launches Central Counterparty for Equity Market

By Duruthu E Chandrasekera | 05/08/2025

The new clearing house, regulated by the SEC, will guarantee equity trades, reduce systemic risk, and align with global standards to attract foreign investment.

Securities / Derivatives

Cambodia Moves to Boost Bond Market with New Guarantee Pact

By Editors | 04/08/2025

The state-owned credit guarantor and the securities firms' association have partnered to support bond issuance, alongside launching a new sustainable finance accelerator.

Securities / Derivatives

SEBI Clears Start-up to Pilot Fractional Shares in Innovation Sandbox

By Nithya Subramanian | 04/08/2025

Bengaluru-based start-up Xaults has received approval to test fractional share trading in its innovation sandbox, three years after a similar proposal was rejected.

Securities / Derivatives

Philippines SEC Proposes Easing REIT Rules to Spur Listings

By Editors | 04/08/2025

The SEC is drafting changes to give REITs more flexibility, including a longer period to reinvest proceeds and the ability to repay debt.

Securities / Derivatives

India Mandates Digital Accessibility Across Securities Markets

By Editors | 04/08/2025

SEBI has set a strict six-month deadline for exchanges, brokers, and funds to comply with new accessibility standards following a Supreme Court ruling.

Securities / Derivatives

Osaka Exchange Expands Equity Options, Explores Crypto Derivatives

By Manesh Samtani | 04/08/2025

OSE is adding 20 stocks to its equity options market-making programme and conducting research into regulated cryptocurrency futures and options.

Securities / Derivatives

TAIFEX Adopts More Flexible Position Limits for Retail Traders

By Editors | 04/08/2025

The new rules allow TAIFEX to set position limits for retail traders within a 3% to 5% range, enhancing market management flexibility.